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Sketch of a Standing Man [verso]

William Sidney Mount

1827

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Sketch of a Standing Man [verso] is a 1827 graphite by William Sidney Mount, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: William Sidney Mount
When & what style?: 1827 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a quick, loose drawing of a man standing sideways. His legs are slightly apart, and his arms hang relaxed at his sides. The lines are light and rough, like a fast study rather than a finished work. The paper looks old and worn, with faint marks and creases. This kind of sketch was often used by artists to practice poses or record ideas before making a final painting. Check out more about National Gallery of Art, Washington to see where this sketch is kept.