Gift of George Hubbard Clapp
41.96
Kneeling Monk
Red chalk on paper
9 in W
x
13.375 in H
(Image)
11.062 in W x 16.5 in H (Paper)
11.062 in W x 16.5 in H (Paper)
European
Bearing the inscription “Fra Vanni da [...]” in later hand.
The drawing uses red chalk, a popular medium for early modern sketches. The artist employs crosshatching to convey light and shadow on draped cloth.
The drawing uses red chalk, a popular medium for early modern sketches. The artist employs crosshatching to convey light and shadow on draped cloth.
In Collection
Acquired by the University of Pittsburgh from Mary Burgwin Denny in 1941. Funds for the purchase donated by George Hubbard Clapp.
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