To studier af en kvindes venstre underarm, den øverste anvendt til det Ankerske familiebillede 1792

This 1792 red chalk drawing by Danish artist Jens Juel depicts a study of a woman’s left forearm, rendered in a realistic style. The work, likely created for a larger composition, showcases Juel’s meticulous attention to detail and anatomical accuracy, a characteristic of his portraiture. The drawing provides a glimpse into the artist's process of meticulous study and preparation before embarking on a larger painting, showcasing the skill and precision of his draftsmanship. The piece also highlights the prevalence of life drawing as a fundamental practice in the development of artistic skill during the late 18th century.