Study of a Draped Figure

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, c. 1750

This is a drawing of a draped garment. The drawing features a garment that appears to be loosely fitted, with visible folds and creases that suggest a soft and voluminous fabric. The lines are drawn with a reddish-brown tone. The emphasis is on the natural flow and folds of the fabric as it gathers around the waist. The technique showcases a study of texture and form, capturing the way light interacts with the fabric's surface. There is an attention to detail in how the garment's folds are rendered, giving a sense of movement or potential motion.

Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Date: c. 1750
Type: Drawing
Medium: red chalk on laid paper
Dimensions: 24.2 × 16.3 cm
Collection: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence: Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a draped garment. The drawing features a garment that appears to be loosely fitted, with visible folds and creases that suggest a soft and voluminous fabric. The lines are drawn with a reddish-brown tone. The emphasis is on the natural flow and folds of the fabric as it gathers around the waist. The technique showcases a study of texture and form, capturing the way light interacts with the fabric's surface. There is an attention to detail in how the garment's folds are rendered, giving a sense of movement or potential motion.

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo