Academy
1749
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Gilles Demarteau the Elder
Gilles Demarteau the Elder (1776–1776) was an artist.
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chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Academy is a 1749 chalk by Gilles Demarteau the Elder, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a reclining nude figure lying on their back, arms stretched out behind their head. The legs are bent at the knees, feet pointed upward. The lines are loose and sketchy, with a reddish-brown tint that makes the skin look warm and slightly rough. The drawing looks like a quick study, maybe for a larger work. The text at the bottom mentions it was copied from a private collection, which was common back then. If you like this style, check out Baroque art next.
Gilles Demarteau the Elder (1776–1776) was an artist.
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