Sheet of Studies [recto and verso] 

"Sheet of Studies" is a pencil drawing by English sculptor and artist John Flaxman, executed on both sides of a sheet of paper. The sketch contains numerous figures in various poses, depicting a scene of a crowd of people possibly gathered in a public square or other open space. Flaxman's drawing captures the dynamism and energy of the crowd through a series of rapid, loose lines and expressive gestures. The artist's use of line to define form and composition is characteristic of his style, which was often characterized by simplicity and clarity. While the subject matter of the drawing remains unclear, it showcases Flaxman’s keen eye for human anatomy and his mastery of linear drawing.