Who painted Study for "The Deluge"?

Study for "The Deluge" was painted by George Romney in 1794.

Where can I see Study for "The Deluge"?

Study for "The Deluge" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study for "The Deluge"?

Study for "The Deluge" is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Study for "The Deluge"?

Museum-quality prints of Study for "The Deluge" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Study for "The Deluge"

George Romney , 1794

Study for "The Deluge" is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist George Romney. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

George Romney’s graphite drawing, dated around 1794, serves as a preparatory study for his larger composition titled “The Deluge.” Executed on wove paper, the work exemplifies the artist’s use of monochrome sketching to explore composition and figure placement before committing to a finished painting.

Technique & Style

The piece is rendered entirely in graphite, allowing Romney to model light and shadow through varied line work and shading. The choice of wove paper provides a smooth surface that supports fine detail, while the monochrome palette emphasizes structural elements over color, characteristic of preparatory studies in the late eighteenth century.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1794, the drawing reflects Romney’s process during a period when he was engaged in large‑scale historical subjects. While the study’s subsequent ownership record is limited, it remains linked to the artist’s broader oeuvre of narrative compositions exploring biblical and mythological themes.

Study after Ingres' 'Odalisque à l'ésclave', Alphonse Legros

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Artist

George Romney

George Romney (26 December 1734 – 15 November 1802) was an English painter. He was the most fashionable artist of his day, painting many leading society figures – including his artistic muse, Emma Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson.