Gray rectangular sketch with rough edges, featuring seven black line drawings of people. The top left drawing shows a female head and torso. The center top drawing depicts a woman sitting on something with her left arm bent at the elbow. The top right drawing shows a seated woman holding an object in her right hand. The middle left drawing features a nude woman, possibly interacting with an animal. The bottom center drawing shows a woman with her left arm bent at the elbow. The bottom right drawing depicts a woman with her arms outstretched. The top center drawing shows a woman leaning forward, possibly sitting. The background of the sketch is gray. The sketch is titled "(From Sketchbook)" by Thomas Sully.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1810–20
- Medium:
- Ink, wash, on paper
- Culture:
- American
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 471 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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