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Study of a woman seen from the back by Jean-Antoine Watteau, 1716-1718. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
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Study of a woman seen from the back by Jean-Antoine Watteau, 1716-1718. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Study of a woman seen from the back by Jean-Antoine Watteau, 1716-1718. This study is drawn from a live model. Watteau has used his favourite combination of black, red and white chalks. This technique a trois crayons became widely used by French artists of the eighteenth century.The costume is the main focus of Watteaus studies. The woman is seated on the ground so that her elaborate dress spreads out around her. This provides the artist with an excuse to study the movement of the drapery according to the different positions of her body. From the collection of the British Museum, London, United Kingdom
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This print showcases Jean-Antoine Watteau's "Study of a woman seen from the back" created between 1716 and 1718. As one of his most beloved techniques, Watteau employed black, red, and white chalks to bring this study to life. This particular method, known as a trois crayons, gained popularity among French artists during the eighteenth century. The focal point of Watteau's studies lies in the exquisite costume worn by the woman in the drawing. Positioned on the ground, her elaborate dress gracefully spreads out around her. This arrangement allows the artist to meticulously examine how drapery moves with each subtle shift in body position. Housed within the esteemed collection of London's British Museum, this artwork offers viewers an intimate glimpse into France's artistic heritage. The image captures not only a stunning representation of female beauty but also serves as a testament to Watteau's mastery over color and form. With its rich historical context and meticulous attention to detail, this print transports us back to eighteenth-century France—a time when art flourished amidst vibrant cultural landscapes. It invites us to appreciate both the technical skill involved in creating such masterpieces and their enduring ability to captivate audiences across centuries.
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