Two Draped Women Standing on Either Side of a Herm

Filippino Lippi

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch featuring three individuals. The central figure is a woman standing with her arms folded across her chest. She gazes to the left. She has medium-length hair, partially covered with a flowing garment resembling a headscarf or hood. She is dressed in draped fabric, typical of classical or historical attire. Beside her, there is a faint sketch of a male figure's head turned sideways, showing a strong nose and a beard. To the right, there's an outline of another male figure wearing a cap. The drawing contains no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain, emphasizing the pencil work and shading of the figures. The composition suggests a study sketch focusing on the posture and clothing of the figures.