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Sheet of Studies

John Flaxman

Associated Names

John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of rough sketches with multiple dynamic figures and forms. The image contains lightly drawn outlines and sketches scattered across the canvas. The figures seem to be positioned in various actions or gestures, indicating movement. The sketches are faint, with the use of light pencil or graphite on what appears to be plain paper. The drawing captures a sense of experimentation with shapes and expressions without definite details.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

overall: 12.6 x 18.2 cm (4 15/16 x 7 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1980.45.1578

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582522

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