Study of a Draped Figure

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, ca. 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.

Kunstenaar: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Datering: ca. 1750
Soort: Tekening
Techniek: red chalk on laid paper
Afmetingen: 24,2 × 16,3 cm
Collectie: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie: Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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