Four Standing Warriors

c. 1820

Pietro Fancelli

Associated Names
Pietro Fancelli

Artist, Bolognese, 1764 - 1850

The image shows four male figures depicted in a black chalk drawing in a classical style, wearing attire reminiscent of ancient Roman or Greek clothing. Two central figures appear to be in conversation or debate, as indicated by their hand gestures and postures. The facial features of all figures are outlined, with details like short hair or helmet crests. The two figures on the sides are slightly turned to the side, with one gesturing. The attire suggests a classical setting. The background is minimal, with a grid pattern overlaying the scene, likely for transferring or scaling artwork. The focus is on the figures and their interaction.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

La Sociéte Historique et Littéraire Polonaise, Paris (sale London, Christie's, 4 July 1972, lot 36); Seiferheld and Co., New York; William B. O'Neal [1907-1994], Charlottesville, VA, January, 1973; gift to NGA, 1991.

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Exhibition History

1973

  • Master Drawings from the Collection of William B. O'Neal, Walter Cecil Rawls Museum, Courtland, VA and tour, 1973-1975.

1993

  • Drawings from the O'Neal Collection. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1993, 26.

Bibliography

1975

  • "Drawings for Theater and Architecture: A Special View of a Noted Virginia Collection of Master Drawings," Arts in Virginia, 15 (Spring 1975), 2, 3 (illus.)

Wikidata ID

Q64619678

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