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Little Girl

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The painting captures the tender innocence of youth. A young girl is presented in a three-quarter view, her gaze directly meeting ours with a blend of vulnerability and serenity. Her lightly flushed cheeks and rose-tinted lips suggest a healthy complexion, while her eyes, a clear and captivating blue, draw the viewer into her world. The artist’s skill is evident in the rendering of her hair, a cascade of golden curls that frame her face, adding a soft, ethereal quality to the image. Her hands are clasped together in a gesture of prayer, further emphasizing her gentle nature, and adding a subtle narrative. The attire is simple, a white, off-the-shoulder garment that allows the focus to remain on the girl's face and the emotion the artist sought to convey.

Little Girl

William Adolphe Bouguereau

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1878

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2936 × 3614 px

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