Classicism, Academic Art | female bust, statue
Early 1900's Antique French Academic Drawing of Female Greek/Roman Statue in Graphite on Paper
Early 1900's Antique French Academic Drawing of Female Greek/Roman Statue in Graphite on Paper
This exquisite classical academic drawing from the early 1900s features a beautifully proportioned and rendered Greek/Roman female statue. Executed in charcoal, this piece exemplifies Classicism at its finest. Academic drawings like this, originating from the prestigious Academy of Paris, were integral to the coursework designed for mastering the human figure.
Charles Bargue's (b. 1826) seminal text, "The Art of Figure Drawing," has served as a foundational tool for artists for over a century, guiding them in understanding the figure through meticulously tailored charcoal, pencil, and other drawing mediums. Bargue's publication gained particular influence during the Post-Impressionism years and continued to shape artistic training into the early 1900s.
This artwork, undoubtedly in the manner of Jacques-Louis David, showcases the French artist's Neoclassical style that prominently featured Greek and Roman busts. David's influence on the era is unmistakable, and this drawing's refined technique and classical beauty are a testament to his enduring legacy. The drawing is in excellent condition, capturing the timeless elegance and academic rigor of early 20th-century art.
As antique artwork, this beauty does show signs of her age as can be detailed in the below detail photos. And though time is evident, her "story" is an integral part of historic art history in early France. In the top left corner you will note the details of assignment by the artist.
This piece comes professionally framed in a classic gallery style moulding Acrylite Conservation Glazing, a UV filtering technology protecting works of art from the harmful effects of indoor and outdoor UV light rays and is half the weight of conventional glass. The frame moulding is available in 4 finishes upon checkout, with additional mat and frame options available upon request.
Material: charcoal, paper
Size: 30" x 35"
Condition: good, with imperfections as detailed, consistent with antique
Our Process
Our Process
Our curator has a decades-long résumé in design and development and as a fine artist with an enviable number of passport stamps from around the globe.
Every piece comes with acid-free, custom archival mattes and foam core backings, ready to be framed and hung. Pieces are carefully packed and shipped direct-to-you from our studio.
Each piece is passionately selected with a goal of salvaging artistic works that might otherwise be lost — restoring their rightful place as unique expressions of beauty in our collective history.
Shipping & Delivery Information
Shipping & Delivery Information
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