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Studies of Figures for an Adoration of the Magi [verso]

Donato Creti

1710

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque 18th Century Nude

Dominant colour

Studies of Figures for an Adoration of the Magi [verso] is a 1710 chalk by Donato Creti, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Donato Creti
When & what style?: 1710 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a collection of sketches on a piece of paper. The sketches are of people, some of whom are nude, and they appear to be in various poses. The sketches are done in brown ink and black chalk. The sketches seem to be studies for a larger painting, possibly a religious scene. The figures are depicted in a classical style, with attention to detail and proportion. If you're interested in learning more about the artistic style of this piece, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.