The Cape of Pinzon by John Vanderlyn

The Cape of Pinzon c. 1838

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drawing

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drawing

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toned paper

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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coffee painting

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underpainting

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pastel chalk drawing

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painting painterly

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portrait drawing

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

"The Cape of Pinzon" is a c. 1838 charcoal and chalk drawing by John Vanderlyn. The artwork depicts a study of a man’s back with a cape, rendered in a realistic and detailed style. The drawing is likely a preparatory study for a larger painting, highlighting the importance of careful observation and attention to detail in Vanderlyn's artistic practice. The drawing showcases the artist's masterful use of line and shading, demonstrating his skill in capturing the form and texture of the human figure. The drawing showcases Vanderlyn’s masterful use of line and shading. This type of drawing is typical of the academic art traditions of the time.

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