The image depicts a sketch of a sculpture representing a reclining male figure, known as the Ilissos. The sculpture is shown in a beige or light brown color, suggesting it may be made from a material such as marble or a similar stone. The figure is in a reclining position, with its left arm bent and resting on a support, and its legs outstretched. In the foreground, a man is depicted from behind, wearing a suit and a top hat, observing the sculpture, providing a sense of scale and demonstrating how one might view such a sculpture in a gallery setting. The notes and style suggest an informal study or preparation for a presentation.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1880
- Medium
- pen and brown ink over graphite with scratching-out on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 5316 × 3255 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original