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Madonna With Christ and John Baptist [?]; Three Cherubs; Standing Classical Female Figure, Holding Bowl (from Sketchbook)

Thomas Sully

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a sketch with several figures drawn on gray paper. On the left side, a seated woman holds a child; another child stands beside her. To their right are three nude male figures; one appears to embrace another. On the far right, a standing female figure wears a draped garment and holds a bowl. The drawing style is simple and sketchy, with minimal details. The paper appears worn and has some darker spots. The overall composition suggests studies of the human form.

Artwork details

Date:
1810–20
Medium:
Ink, wash, on paper
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 457 px
Museum record:
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