Seated Draped Figure 1700 - 1737

This drawing, "Seated Draped Figure," by French artist François Le Moyne, depicts a seated figure draped in flowing fabric. The figure's head is missing, focusing attention on the intricate folds and textures of the drapery. The use of black chalk on blue paper creates a delicate and expressive study, typical of the Baroque period. The work, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Le Moyne's skill in rendering form and movement through subtle shading and line work.