Antique Bearded Head

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of a classical sculpture's head. The drawing features the head of a bearded figure rendered in grayscale, conveying three-dimensional depth through shading and highlights. The hair and beard are intricately detailed with curling strands. The face carries a serene and noble expression with prominent brow ridges and a straight nose. The eyes are hollow, characteristic of sculptural representations, enhancing the classical aesthetic of the piece. The attention to detail and smooth transitions in shading suggest it might be a study of an ancient statue.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    brush and gray ink with gray wash

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.1 x 15.2 cm (7 15/16 x 6 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.515


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582475

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