Study of Figures

1890/1897

Charles Sprague Pearce

Associated Names
Charles Sprague Pearce

Artist, American, 1851 - 1914

This is a drawing of two figures and a geometric shape. The sketch is minimalist and done in pencil on brown paper, capturing two figures on the left and right portions of the image. The figure on the left appears seated or kneeling, shrouded in long, flowing lines. To the right, another figure stands upright, with lines suggesting motion or the outline of expansive garments. Between the two figures is a slightly diagonal line. The simplicity of the lines reflects an exploration of form and pose.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 11.6 × 18.5 cm (4 9/16 × 7 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.24.6

  • Series Title

    Painted Architectural Decoration for the Library of Congress

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi, New Jersey

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64538866

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