A Crouching Apostle (Saint Peter)
1785
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1785
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a person kneeling on one knee, leaning forward with their head resting on their hand. They’re wrapped in flowing robes, one arm draped over their chest. The background is plain, letting the figure stand out in soft brown tones. The artist used a mix of fine lines and shading to show the folds in the clothing and the tired slump of the body. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
