Woman in Toga [verso]

probably c. 1754/1765

Hubert Robert

Associated Names
Hubert Robert

Artist, French, 1733 - 1808

The sketch displays a full-length figure of a person standing in a gentle, fluid pose. The individual is shown in a classical draped stance, with one arm extended forward and the other near the chest. The facial features are softly sketched, with a slightly tilted head. The person's hair is styled in a swept-back manner. They are dressed in traditional draped garments with no visible jewelry or objects held. In the background, a lightly sketched architectural element or column is visible. The image is drawn in soft pencil on a plain background, highlighting the lines and folds of the clothing.

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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The drawing depicts a bearded male figure sitting with a raised arm. The figure has a muscular torso, curly hair, and is draped in flowing garments. The figure's facial features include a full beard, and the raised arm appears to be holding an object. The drawing is done in pencil with defined lines on a plain background with an outlined border.

Statue of Jupiter, Seated [recto]

Hubert Robert

1754


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

David David-Weill [1871-1952], by 1928.[1] Julius S. Held [1905-2002]; acquired 1984 by the NGA.
[1]Henriot, Gabriel, Collection David-Weill, 3 vols. Paris,1926-1928:3:391.

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Bibliography

1926

  • Henriot, Gabriel, Collection David-Weill. 3 vols. Paris,1926-1928:3: 391

Wikidata ID

Q64574715

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