Who painted Seated Boy with Head Down?

Seated Boy with Head Down was painted by Nicolas-Bernard Lépicié in 1772.

Where can I see Seated Boy with Head Down?

Seated Boy with Head Down is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Seated Boy with Head Down?

Seated Boy with Head Down is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Seated Boy with Head Down?

Museum-quality prints of Seated Boy with Head Down are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Seated Boy with Head Down

Nicolas-Bernard Lépicié , 1772

Seated Boy with Head Down is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Nicolas-Bernard Lépicié. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in wash: Lépicié
Markings: Marked:D & C BLAUW (with hunting horn in shield)

About this work

Overview

Seated Boy with Head Down is a drawing created by Nicolas-Bernard Lépicié in 1772, executed in gray wash on laid paper. It is currently held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a boy sitting on the ground with his head down, wearing a loose coat and wide-brimmed hat. His posture and the loose style suggest a moment of quiet or rest, evoking a contemplative atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft gray tones and quick, sketchy lines, leaving some areas blurred. Light washes were used to shade the figure, giving it a gentle appearance. The use of chiaroscuro creates a subtle interplay of light and shadow, contributing to the overall mood.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolas-Bernard Lépicié

Nicolas Bernard Lépicié was a French painter and teacher of painting, the son of two well-known engravers at the time, François-Bernard Lépicié and Renée-Élisabeth Marlié.