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Figure Sketches

Gabriel de Saint-Aubin , 1752

Figure Sketches, by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin, chalk, 1752
Figure Sketches, by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin, chalk, 1752

Figure Sketches is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Gabriel de Saint-Aubin. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:in unknown hand, on verso in brown ink: (list of items and amounts)

About this work

Overview

Figure Sketches is a drawing created by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin in 1752, executed in a mix of media on two overlapping sheets of laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a collection of nude figures in various poses, captured in swift and gestural strokes, conveying a sense of movement and energy.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a layered approach, starting with light pencil lines, then adding ink and wash to define the figures, and utilizing cross-hatching to build form and depth.

Artist & collection

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Figure Sketches?

Figure Sketches was painted by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin in 1752.

Where can I see Figure Sketches?

Figure Sketches is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Figure Sketches?

Figure Sketches is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Figure Sketches?

Museum-quality prints of Figure Sketches are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.