Two Boxers Facing Left 1818

This pencil sketch, "Two Boxers Facing Left," created in 1818 by Théodore Géricault, depicts two men in a boxing stance. The quick lines and loose composition reveal the work to be a preparatory study for a larger work. Géricault, known for his dramatic depictions of the human form, often drew from life, capturing the energy and movement of his subjects. This sketch exemplifies his interest in the human figure and its potential for dramatic expression.