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Italian Reclining Nude - Antique Drawing
Rue des Fontenelles
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Italian Reclining Nude - Antique Drawing

19th century
Description

Italian pencil and chalk drawing of a reclining nude signed by the artist and mounted in an attractive gilt frame. The drawing (old master school) dates from the late 18th/early 19th century.

Dimensions - 51 x 39 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Antique Reclining Nude Drawing to the 1800s.

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SA1194213
Description
Italian pencil and chalk drawing of a reclining nude signed by the artist and mounted in an attractive gilt frame. The drawing (old master school) dates from the late 18th/early 19th century.

Dimensions - 51 x 39 cm

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Antique Reclining Nude Drawing to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194213
Rue des Fontenelles
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

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A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head.
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Archive I A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head.

Italian Reclining Nude - Antique Drawing

Archive II A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head. View II
Archive III A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head. View III
Archive IV A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head. View IV
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A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head.
Italian Reclining Nude - Antique Drawing
Ref: SA1194213
A classical monochrome drawing on brown paper illustrating a reclining nude female figure draped in loose fabric with arms raised above her head.
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Italian Old Master figure studies are preliminary drawings created from live models to plan larger fresco or canvas compositions. Popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, these sketches emphasise classical anatomical proportion, realistic drapery, and three-dimensional modelling through chiaroscuro.

Artists commonly utilised natural black, red, or white chalks, graphite, and charcoal on handmade laid paper. Toned or washed paper was frequently chosen to provide a mid-tone baseline, allowing artists to build shadows with dark chalk and highlight figures using white accents.

Authentic works on paper often feature historical watermarks visible when held up to light, laid paper lines from hand-moulding, and signs of age such as foxing or subtle toning. Examining the variation in stroke pressure and the presence of artist inscriptions or collector marks also helps verify authenticity.

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Keep paper drawings out of direct sunlight and away from humid environments to prevent fading, warping, or mould growth. Always frame the piece behind UV-protective glass with a mat board to ensure the paper does not touch the glass directly.
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