Sheet of Sketches [recto and verso]

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

The image shows light pencil sketches on a plain paper. The sketches feature human figures in different poses, often in pairs or small groups. The figures are outlined with minimal facial details and flowing hair. They are depicted in robes or garments with lightly sketched folds. In the background, there are faint architectural elements like columns and pediments. The scenes are spread across the page, creating a rough composition of interconnected vignettes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20 x 31.8 cm (7 7/8 x 12 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1947.7.57

Artwork history & notes

Watermarks

Britannia

Wikidata ID

Q64582472

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