Artist

Richard Cook

Richard Cook is an artist. 1 work is cataloged here, principally at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Richard Cook made pencil drawings of hands in the early 1800s. His study shows how light and shadow bend across fingers and wrists, turning skin into a landscape of delicate lines. The drawing is spare and direct, letting the subject speak for itself rather than adding background or color.

See how he lets the pencil marks breathe, no smudges, no extra fuss. Tap Study of hands to zoom in on the work.

Works by Richard Cook

Collections represented

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