Jean Leonard Lugardon

Swiss, 1801 - 1884

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The image shows a person in a kneeling position, with their left arm extended forward and their right arm bent. They are wearing a hooded robe that covers their head and body. The sketch is detailed, showing the texture and shading of the fabric. The person's face is visible, slightly tilted upwards. There are no visible accessories or objects, and the background is plain, emphasizing the person's posture.
Jean Leonard Lugardon, A Young Priest Kneeling, black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue-gray wove paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.13.b

A Young Priest Kneeling

Jean Leonard Lugardon · black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue-gray wove paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.13.b
The image shows a drawing of a male figure kneeling on the ground. The person's body is turned at an angle, and his head is tilted slightly upward. His facial features are detailed, with a prominent nose and closed or half-closed eyes, while his hair appears short. He is wearing a robe with loose sleeves. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background has a plain texture and shows a faint sketch of another figure in a similar pose behind the main figure.
Jean Leonard Lugardon, A Young Benedictine Monk Kneeling, after 1824, black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue-gray wove paper, Joseph F. McCrindle Collection, 2009.70.13.a

A Young Benedictine Monk Kneeling

Jean Leonard Lugardon · after 1824 · black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue-gray wove paper ·  Accession ID  2009.70.13.a