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Sketches of Dancers and Heads of Putti

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

National Gallery of Art

The drawing features sketched figures and cherubic faces. The left side shows rough sketches of groups of figures in various poses. The right side displays three cherubic faces drawn with cursory strokes, highlighted with swirling lines. The faces are arranged vertically, adding a playful tone to the composition. The style of the drawing and free-flowing lines suggest a dynamic sketch capturing the lively motion of the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1748
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash on laid paper
Dimensions
4656 × 3091 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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