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The Suppliants

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque 18th Century

Dominant colour

The Suppliants is a 1750 by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a group of five men dressed in simple, flowing robes. Their faces are serious, and they’re huddled close together, some holding hands or gesturing. The lines are soft and warm, with light shading to show folds in their clothes and the shape of their bodies. The drawing looks like it was made quickly, with loose strokes that focus on movement and emotion over detail. The figures lean into each other, suggesting they’re sharing something urgent or important. If you like this style, check out Baroque art for more dramatic, expressive works.