Seated Figure Bending Forward

in or after 1806

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

The image shows a lightly sketched drawing of a person with the upper torso and part of the arms visible. The figure is seated, leaning forward slightly, with one arm possibly resting on the knees. The drawing is not highly detailed but suggests a bald or closely shaved head. The sketch outlines the upper body, showing shadows indicating the figure's muscle build. There are no visible details of clothing, jewelry, or objects. The background is plain, consisting of unmarked paper, emphasizing the simplicity and focus on the figure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 32.6 x 20.2 cm (12 13/16 x 7 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1672


Artwork history & notes

Watermarks

Initials "GR" / 1806

Wikidata ID

Q64582629

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