Woman with a Dish and Various Classical Figures

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.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1775–1780
Date
1775/80
Type
Drawing
Medium
transfer tracing on oiled laid paper
Dimensions
14.8 × 36.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

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