Study of two figures: one seated, the other standing (recto). Study of a head looking upwards (verso)

George Romney British

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Long deft strokes of graphite are here applied trace the slim figure of a woman who bows her neck to watch a seated figure who rapidly writes or sews. The draftsmanship used to describe the observer suggests composure, and contrasts with the frenetic calligraphy Romney employed to describe her companion, and the sheet comes from a sketchbook used by the artist between 1775-78, first in Italy then London. The present drawing likely dates around 1777, after Romney's return to England.

Study of two figures: one seated, the other standing (recto). Study of a head looking upwards (verso), George Romney (British, Beckside, Lancashire 1734–1802 Kendal, Cumbria), Graphite with traces of pen and brown ink at upper right

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Study of two figures: one seated, the other standing (recto). Study of a head looking upwards (verso), George Romney (British, Beckside, Lancashire 1734–1802 Kendal, Cumbria), Graphite with traces of pen and brown ink at upper right
Study of two figures: one seated, the other standing (recto). Study of a head looking upwards (verso), George Romney (British, Beckside, Lancashire 1734–1802 Kendal, Cumbria), Graphite with traces of pen and brown ink at upper right

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