1824
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
A Young Benedictine Monk Kneeling is a 1824 chalk by Jean Leonard Lugardon, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing depicts a young monk kneeling, dressed in a long robe with a hood. His hands are clasped together in front of him, and he gazes upwards with his head tilted back. The monk's facial expression is serene, and his posture conveys a sense of devotion. The drawing is rendered in black chalk, with subtle highlights achieved through the use of white chalk. The blue-gray paper provides a soft, muted background that complements the gentle tones of the chalk. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the monk's peaceful demeanor. To learn more about the artistic movement that influenced this work, explore the Romanticism movement.
Jean-Léonard Lugardon (30 September 1801, in Geneva – 16 August 1884, in Geneva) was a Swiss painter of portraits, historical scenes and genre pieces.
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