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Sheet of Studies [recto and verso]

John Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of abstract forms and figures. The drawing consists of several loosely rendered clusters and shapes that seem to imply a variety of forms. The pencil or graphite sketches are light and tentative, with a few areas of slightly darker, more concentrated lines. The composition is dominated by round and organic shapes, creating an impression of fluidity and dynamism. Spaces are created between these figures, allowing the eye to wander around the page and contemplate the relationships between these abstract forms.

Artwork Details

Medium
graphite
Dimensions
5060 × 3219 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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