Allegorical Figure (recto and verso)
1542
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1542
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a robed woman sitting on a rocky ledge, holding a small child. Her face is turned slightly away, and her posture is relaxed but thoughtful. The lines are loose and quick, with some areas left lightly shaded. The drawing’s rough edges and sketchy style suggest it was made fast, maybe as a study. The woman’s crown hints at a mythological or allegorical theme. Look up chiaroscuro next to see how light and shadow create depth in drawings like this.
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