Studies for a Monument

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

The image contains light pencil sketches that form rectangles, triangles, and irregular shapes. The composition has an abstract quality with various arrangements resembling architectural elements and human figures. Some shapes depict frames or niches with small, simplistic figures that suggest statues or figurines. Familiar architectural motifs such as altars or pedestals are mixed with forms reminiscent of angelic or spiritual figures. Overall, the sketches create a fragmented yet cohesive assemblage across the page.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.9 x 32.1 cm (7 13/16 x 12 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.541


Artwork history & notes

Watermarks

GR surmounted by crown

Wikidata ID

Q64582505

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