A Fragment from an Antique Frieze
1866
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones
Burne-Jones, Edward Coley, Sir (1833–1898) was an artist.
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chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Fragment from an Antique Frieze is a 1866 chalk by Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a drawing of a fragment from an antique frieze. The drawing is done in black chalk heightened with white gouache on brown wove paper. It features a carved stone piece with leaves and other foliage. The drawing is done in a Romantic style, with attention to detail and texture. The artist has used a range of techniques to create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the drawing. The use of white gouache adds a sense of brightness and highlights the intricate details of the carving. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Romanticism movement.
Burne-Jones, Edward Coley, Sir (1833–1898) was an artist.
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