Figure Studies

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of multiple sketches on a single sheet. The drawing consists of several small, lightly sketched figures and compositions drawn with delicate pencil lines. The figures are engaged in various dynamic poses, suggesting movement or interaction. These compositions are distributed irregularly across the sheet. The paper is aged, showing signs of discoloration and spotting. Overall, the artwork suggests preparatory studies or compositional drafts, capturing expressive gestures and relationships between abstract forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 17.9 x 17.8 cm (7 1/16 x 7 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.523


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582485

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