Structure with Figures in Asian Dress (Illustration for “The Casket”?)

c. 1812?

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a drawing of architectural elements featuring statues and structures. It contains light pencil sketches on paper, depicting figure-like sculptures within architectural frames or niches. The left side shows a structure with columns and niches, each containing a sketchy figure. The figures are roughly detailed, resembling classical or renaissance statues with draped garments. There are scattered sketch marks suggesting additional elements in the background. The drawing is rudimentary and appears to be a preparatory sketch or study. The paper's texture and torn edges contribute to an aged quality.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 12 x 18.8 cm (4 3/4 x 7 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1587


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in other hand, on verso in ink: John Flaxman Esq.r (sheet originally folded in thirds & addressed to Flaxman; orange sealing wax lLv)

Watermarks

07 (partial)

Wikidata ID

Q64582532

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