Tiburtine Sibyl 1817

Orest Kiprensky's 1817 "Tiburtine Sibyl" is a dynamic pen-and-ink drawing, capturing the essence of a prophetic figure. The Sibyl, a woman with a turban-like headress, gazes upwards with a contemplative expression, her body rendered in expressive, almost swirling lines. This drawing exemplifies Kiprensky's mastery of capturing movement and emotion within the framework of classical subject matter. The artist's use of hatching and crosshatching creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the Sibyl's presence and her connection to the divine.