Geometry

Georg Pencz

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a seated woman with a compass and geometrical objects. The woman is depicted sitting with an open book or tablet, while a smaller figure beside her is engaged with a measuring tool, drawing on what appears to be a board. The scene conveys a theme of education or scholarly study, particularly in the realm of geometry. The composition includes geometric shapes such as a cube and a polyhedron at the woman's feet, further emphasizing the subject matter. The use of line and shading creates depth and detail.