Study of an Angel
1839
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1839
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a person lying down, their head turned slightly to the side. Their hands are clasped together in front of them, and their hair is drawn up loosely. The lines are soft and light, with no heavy shading. The artist focused on simple shapes and gentle curves, making the figure look calm. This style fits a time when artists cared more about emotion than strict rules. Look up Romanticism next to see how this style shaped art.
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