Two Young Women
1766
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1766
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Two Young Women is a 1766 ink by Pietro Antonio Novelli, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing depicts two young women standing together, one holding a vase. The woman on the left wears a long dress and has her hair pulled back, while the woman on the right wears a shorter dress and has her hair styled in an updo. The background of the drawing is a solid color, with diagonal lines suggesting a sense of movement or energy. The drawing is rendered in pen and brown ink on brown laid paper, giving it a warm and earthy tone. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of texture and depth, adding to the overall visual interest of the piece. The drawing is a fine example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the works of other Baroque artists, such as Caravaggio or Rembrandt.
