Study for a Lunette

1890/1897

Charles Sprague Pearce

Associated Names
Charles Sprague Pearce

Artist, American, 1851 - 1914

This is a drawing of an abstract scene featuring two figures positioned under a semi-circular arch. The central figure is seated, head slightly bent forward and supported by a hand. The other figure, standing beside, leans towards the seated figure. The background contains loosely sketched lines that might suggest drapery or environmental elements. The lines are simple and fluid, conveying motion and an intimate interaction between the two figures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on tan wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 11.7 × 18.8 cm (4 5/8 × 7 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.24.11

  • 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

Q64538872

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