Cross-Section of a Pillared Hall and Three Figure Sketches by Théodore Géricault

Cross-Section of a Pillared Hall and Three Figure Sketches 1813 - 1814

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drawing, print, paper, graphite

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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amateur sketch

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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ink paper printed

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print

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pencil sketch

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incomplete sketchy

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paper

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personal sketchbook

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france

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water

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graphite

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watercolor

"Cross-Section of a Pillared Hall and Three Figure Sketches" is a pencil drawing created between 1813-1814 by Théodore Géricault. The drawing depicts three figures in the foreground, with a cross-section of a pillared hall in the background. Géricault was known for his interest in anatomy and movement, which is evident in the sketches of the figures. This drawing, held by The Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Géricault's early exploration of form and perspective, a precursor to his later iconic paintings.

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