Classical Sculpture of a Lion, Front and Side Views 1776 - 1779

This graphite drawing by Thomas Hardwick, created between 1776 and 1779, depicts a classical sculpture of a lion in two views: a side profile and a frontal view. Hardwick, an architect and designer, employed a precise, detailed style to meticulously render the lion's anatomy and the pedestal it rests upon. The drawing serves as a study of the classical sculpture, capturing its form and proportions with clarity. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork offers insight into the study of classical sculpture during the 18th century.