The Veil
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The Veil

TitleThe Veil
ArtistFernand Khnopff Belgian, 1858-1921
Datec. 1887 19th century
MediumCharcoal and graphite with stumping on ivory wove paper, laid down on wood pulp board
Classificationcharcoal
OriginBelgium Belgium
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineThrough prior bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Martin A. Ryerson Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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