Ceremony of Consecration

French 18th Century

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The image shows a sketch of a historical scene with multiple individuals in a columned interior. A central figure is half-kneeling on the ground, surrounded by others standing or sitting around them. The figures are wearing elaborate clothing indicative of a past era. Two individuals stand to the right, with one pointing towards the central figure, and a child is also present. The background features architectural details like tall arches and a decorated wall with circular motifs, suggesting a ceremonial setting. The sketch is outlined in a reddish tone, focusing on form and pose rather than detailed features or color.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Walter Schatzki, New York; William B. O'Neal [1907-1994], Charlottesville, VA, January 1960; gift to NGA, 1991.

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Exhibition History

1961

  • Drawings from the Collection of William B. O'Neal, University of Virgina Museum of Fine Arts, Charlottesville, March 5-25, 1961.

Bibliography

1993

  • National Gallery of Art. Drawings from the O'Neal Collection. Exh. cat. Washington, 1993, checklist p. 96.

Wikidata ID

Q64570785

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