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Four Figure Studies (from Sketchbook)

Thomas Sully

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sketch depicts four figures. The figure on the bottom right sits in a chair with a high back; the person wears a long-sleeved garment and a head covering. The bottom left figure sits at a low table; the person is wearing a long-sleeved garment and appears to hold an object. The top right figure appears to be mid-dance; the person wears a long-sleeved garment. The top left figure appears to be mid-dance; the person wears a long-sleeved garment. The background is a plain gray color with some darker spots and marks. The sketch is done in black pencil. The style of drawing suggests it is from Thomas Sully's sketchbook.

Artwork Details

Date
1810–20
Medium
Ink, wash, on paper
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 481 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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