Two Men in Oriental Dress
1827
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1827
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Two Men in Oriental Dress is a 1827 graphite by George, Sir Hayter, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows two men dressed in traditional Middle Eastern attire. They are seated, with one man holding a sword and the other looking down at his hands. The men are drawn in graphite on wove paper, with visible strokes and shading that give the image depth. The drawing is done in a romantic style, with an emphasis on expressive lines and dramatic lighting. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of volume and texture, with the men's clothing and accessories rendered in intricate detail. This drawing is reminiscent of the work of artist George Hayter, who was known for his portraits and historical scenes.
