Sheet of Studies [recto and verso]

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of loosely sketched figures. It features several faint humaniform figures in various poses. The sketches show minimal detail, with only essential outlines and forms. The background is plain, focusing on the array of sketches. Numbers are sketched next to the figures, potentially indicating a sequence or study path. This drawing showcases a preparatory or exploratory style used in the early stages of art to plan compositions or study forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 5 x 12.5 cm (1 15/16 x 4 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1662

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

figure groups on verso numbered 12, 13, 14, 16 (numbers upside down and inverted)

Wikidata ID

Q64582617

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