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Study for "Greek Girl Dancing"

Frederic, Lord Leighton

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures in a classical setting. The image depicts four figures, three seated on the right and one standing or dancing on the left. The figures are draped in flowing garments, reminiscent of ancient Greek or Roman attire. The background suggests a pastoral scene with trees and a decorative element. The drawing is done in a soft, sketchy style, capturing movement and form through delicate lines and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1867
Medium
black chalk heightened with white on blue wove paper
Dimensions
4138 × 3410 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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