The English Interior has dated these Antique Sanguine Chalk Drawings to the 18th Century.
Fine 18th century Italian sanguine drawing 'Head Study of a Young Child'
Executed by a supremely talented hand, with fine crosshatched strokes.
Bears later inscription.
Ready to hang in an antique glazed wooden frame with gilt highlights.
Sheet measures: 30 x 24cm / 12 x 9.5 in
1 x FRENCH OLD MASTER DRAWING OF A DRAPED FIGURE
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The piece displays the key characteristics of the mid-to-late 17th century Baroque period:
Red chalk on paper was heavily favored during this period for preparatory studies because its soft texture allowed masters to realistically capture the deep contours, heavy folds, and organic flow of drapery.
The focus on monumental, deeply undulating robes with complex fabric volume is an essential feature of classical history painting composition. The underlying physical posture remains defined and anatomically correct beneath the heavy cloak.
The dramatic half-turned stance and extended arm pointing outward indicate this is a character study created to serve a narrative purpose in a larger biblical, mythological, or allegorical historical mural.
Both drawings in antique frames
£720 ( the pair )
The English Interior has dated these Antique Sanguine Chalk Drawings to the 18th Century.
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Two and Antique Sanguine on Paper Drawings ( Childs Head/draped Figure)
