This is a drawing depicting a classical statue on a pedestal surrounded by figures etched into the background. The image shows a detailed charcoal or pencil drawing of a nude male statue on a stone pedestal. The statue's pose is classic, with one hand holding a cloth and the other resting on its shoulder. The setting includes intricate background details such as another figure-like sculpture in the shadows. Towards the right, there are sketches of seated figures, possibly women, suggested by their attire and demeanor. The style and composition suggest an academic study of form and posture, rendered with meticulous attention to detail found in classic art. The shading techniques emphasize the contours of the body and create a sense of light and shadow. The drawing is dated "20 May 1774" at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1774
- Medium
- black chalk and graphite with stumping, pen and brown ink, and touches of white chalk, on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3422 × 5162 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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