Frau mit Schale und verschiedene antike Figuren

Französische Grafik 1775–1780, 1775/80

This is a drawing of five mythical figures in a classical style. The figures are sketched with minimal lines, depicting a scene involving interactions between characters. From left to right, the first figure holds a stick and points. The second figure is standing, holding a platter and dressed in detailed attire suggestive of ancient garb. The third figure is seated, holding a staff and is in a relaxed posture, gazing sideways. Adjacent to this figure is another seated individual wearing flowing clothes, also holding a slender object. Lastly, a partially seated figure on the right gestures skyward with one hand. The drawing uses thin, delicate lines to outline the characters, focusing on graceful poses and historical clothing without detailed shading.
Künstler
Französische Grafik 1775–1780
Datierung
1775/80
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Maße
14,8 × 36,6 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a drawing of five mythical figures in a classical style. The figures are sketched with minimal lines, depicting a scene involving interactions between characters. From left to right, the first figure holds a stick and points. The second figure is standing, holding a platter and dressed in detailed attire suggestive of ancient garb. The third figure is seated, holding a staff and is in a relaxed posture, gazing sideways. Adjacent to this figure is another seated individual wearing flowing clothes, also holding a slender object. Lastly, a partially seated figure on the right gestures skyward with one hand. The drawing uses thin, delicate lines to outline the characters, focusing on graceful poses and historical clothing without detailed shading.

Französische Grafik 1775–1780