Scene in an Artist’s Studio c. 1849

"Scene in an Artist’s Studio" (c. 1849) is a graphite drawing by the Pre-Raphaelite painter Frederic Leighton (1830-1896). This drawing features a complex scene filled with figures, including an artist at work, a model, patrons, and even a dog. The artist’s studio is depicted as a lively and bustling environment, highlighting the social nature of artistic creation in the 19th century. Leighton's meticulous attention to detail, characteristic of the Pre-Raphaelite style, is evident in the intricate rendering of the figures’ clothing and the overall composition.