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Figure Studies
Figure Studies is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist John Flaxman. It dates from 1790 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: Mercy ... P Progress
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Overview
Figure Studies is a graphite drawing by John Flaxman, created in 1790. It is a characteristic example of the artist's work, showcasing his skills as a draughtsman.
Technique & Style
The drawing features loose, rapid sketches of human figures in various poses, executed in light, tentative lines. The emphasis on outline and restraint reflects Flaxman's Neoclassical training and experience as a sculptor.
Subject & Meaning
The sheet comprises preparatory studies, demonstrating Flaxman's methodical exploration of human anatomy and movement. The figures are depicted in a range of poses, from upright to crouching or bending.
History & Provenance
The drawing bears Flaxman's signature, confirming its attribution to the artist. It is part of a body of work that showcases his practice as a draughtsman and sculptor.
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Artist
John Flaxman (6 July 1755 – 7 December 1826) was an English sculptor and draughtsman who was a leading figure in British and European Neoclassicism.
![Sheet of Studies [recto and verso], by John Flaxman](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/john-flaxman--sheet-of-studies-recto-and-verso--37ffe1e79b52e688-w320.webp)
