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Study of a Right Hand [recto]

Benjamin Robert Haydon

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed sketch of a left hand with the palm facing the viewer. The thumb, index, and middle fingers are extended upwards, while the ring and pinky fingers are slightly curled inward. The sketch is monochromatic with soft shading defining the contours and texture of the skin. The background is a simple, lightly shaded gradient. No clothing or jewelry is depicted.

Artwork Details

Medium
charcoal heightened with white on laid paper
Dimensions
3433 × 4505 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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