Beggars at a Door (Study for the Yarborough Monument) c. 1803 - 1806

"Beggars at a Door (Study for the Yarborough Monument)" is a small pencil sketch on paper, created by the English sculptor John Flaxman between 1803 and 1806. The drawing, measuring just 6.8 by 4.7 cm, depicts a group of figures, likely representing beggars, standing before a doorway. Flaxman, known for his neoclassical style, created this sketch as a study for a larger monument commissioned by the Earl of Yarborough. The sketch captures the dynamism of the figures and the depth of the composition, hinting at the final monumental form. Flaxman's mastery of line is evident, suggesting the eventual sculpture's powerful presence.