Study of a Roman Woman by Konstantin Johannes Franz Cretius

Study of a Roman Woman 1841

konstantinjohannesfranzcretius

themetropolitanmuseumofart

drawing, print

drawing

amateur sketch

toned paper

light pencil work

germany

print

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

men

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

sketchbook art

"Study of a Roman Woman" is a graphite drawing on blue paper by German artist Konstantin Johannes Franz Cretius, dating back to 1841. The artwork depicts a woman in Roman garb, standing with her right hand extended, with her left hand holding a piece of fabric. The figure is depicted against a plain blue background, with a vase on a table to her left. Cretius's interest in Roman history and culture is reflected in this artwork, which demonstrates his skill in capturing the details of clothing and drapery. This drawing is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.