Scultura decorativa con una donna vista da dietro
Hubert Robert, 1754/1765
- Artista
- Hubert Robert
- Datazione
- 1754/1765
- Tipologia
- Disegno
- Tecnica
- Grafite su carta vergata
- Dimensioni
- 6,7 × 12,7 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
This is a drawing of a decorative architectural element and a sketch of a figure. The drawing features a highly ornate design on the left side with two mythical bird-like creatures facing each other with wings raised, possibly supporting a central medallion or roundel flanked by scrollwork. To the right, there is a simple outline of a human figure in motion, appearing to balance or carry something across their shoulders. The composition is composed of light pencil lines, indicating it may be a preliminary study or conceptual design. The drawing may serve as a preparatory piece, capturing an idea with quick and loose strokes.