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The "Farnese Flora" at Stourhead

Samuel Woodforde

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a classical female figure standing on a pedestal. The woman is shown in a relaxed pose with her weight shifted onto one leg. Her right arm is raised, holding onto a piece of drapery, while the left hand touches the fabric around her legs. She is dressed in a flowing garment with one shoulder exposed. The sculpture appears to be made of a smooth, marble-like material, with the drawing done in shades of white and gray pencil on a blue background. The woman's hair is styled in a classical fashion, with a band wrapped around her head. The illustration conveys a delicate and serene presence, utilizing light and shading techniques to create a three-dimensional effect.

Artwork Details

Medium
black chalk heightened with white on blue laid paper
Dimensions
3200 × 5005 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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