French School, 18th Century Gentleman Standing In An Interior
Pen, brown ink, and brown wash on paper.
A fine full-length study of a male figure dressed in 18th-century fashion: a long buttoned coat, breeches, stockings, and shoes. Standing with a slight shift in weight, the young man strikes a natural, elegant pose, with one hand resting on his chest and the other hanging at his side.
The drawing is distinguished by the freedom and confidence of its linework, particularly evident in the rendering of the face, hands, and the folds of the clothing. The brown wash, applied in broad strokes, defines volume and shadow while preserving the sheet's spontaneous quality.
In the background, a few rapidly sketched pieces of furniture place the figure within an interior setting without distracting attention from the subject himself.
An old handwritten inscription, "N° 1729," appears at the top left; this is likely an early inventory or collection number rather than a date.
The work is presented under glass with a mat, housed in an antique green and gold frame—likely 19th-century.
Period: 18th century.
Medium: Pen, brown ink, and brown wash on paper.
Subject: Full-length gentleman in an interior setting.
Inscription: "N° 1729" at the top left.
Frame: 19th century, green and gold.
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A fine full-length study of a male figure dressed in 18th-century fashion: a long buttoned coat, breeches, stockings, and shoes. Standing with a slight shift in weight, the young man strikes a natural, elegant pose, with one hand resting on his chest and the other hanging at his side.
The drawing is distinguished by the freedom and confidence of its linework, particularly evident in the rendering of the face, hands, and the folds of the clothing. The brown wash, applied in broad strokes, defines volume and shadow while preserving the sheet's spontaneous quality.
In the background, a few rapidly sketched pieces of furniture place the figure within an interior setting without distracting attention from the subject himself.
An old handwritten inscription, "N° 1729," appears at the top left; this is likely an early inventory or collection number rather than a date.
The work is presented under glass with a mat, housed in an antique green and gold frame—likely 19th-century.
Period: 18th century.
Medium: Pen, brown ink, and brown wash on paper.
Subject: Full-length gentleman in an interior setting.
Inscription: "N° 1729" at the top left.
Frame: 19th century, green and gold.
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1 200 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Paper
Reference (ID): 1825080
Availability: In stock
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