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Study of a Seated Man [recto]

Allan Ramsay?

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a sketch of an individual focusing on the upper body, drawn on a textured blue background. The person is in a seated position with both arms resting on a surface. Facial features are faintly outlined, and the hair is subtly shaded. The individual is wearing a jacket and waistcoat with visible detailing on the seams of the jacket sleeves. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background is simple and lacks specific details.

Artwork Details

Medium
black chalk heightened with white on blue laid paper
Dimensions
3453 × 4988 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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