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Study for Sculpture, by Robert Adams, 1949

Study for Sculpture

Robert Adams

1949

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Study for Sculpture is a 1949 by Robert Adams, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Robert Adams
When & what style?
1949
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a simple black line drawing of a human figure against a messy, blue-and-white background. The figure has a curved back and bent knees, like someone crouching or reaching. The background looks like rough, splattered paint—mostly blue with some white streaks. The artist signed it in the corner, but the lines are loose and quick, almost like a sketch. The figure feels more like a quick idea than a finished drawing. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more prints like it.

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