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Architectural Details and a Soldier [verso]

Raphael

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of architectural elements and a figure sketch. The drawing features three distinct sections. On the left side, there is a sketch of a classical architectural element resembling a frieze or wall relief with three human figures standing between columns. In the center, there is a cylindrical structure that appears to be a pedestal or part of a column, adorned with decorative elements and labeled with numerical annotations. To the right, there is a loosely sketched figure wearing a helmet, possibly of a classical warrior or soldier, rendered in profile and holding a small object. The drawing is executed with fine, precise lines typical of a study or preliminary work, likely for a larger architectural or artistic project.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
10343 × 8051 px
Public Domain
Yes
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