Design for Monument or Metalwork

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of a monument or statue. It features a tall pedestal with a group of figures atop it. The figures may represent mythological or historical characters with their arms raised or interlinked. The line work is delicate and light, giving it an unfinished or preliminary sketch appearance. The style is minimalistic, with implied details and vertical emphasis in the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.2 x 23.8 cm (10 11/16 x 9 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1674

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582631

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