Classical Niche with Figure of a Woman 1700 - 1800

"Classical Niche with Figure of a Woman" is an anonymous drawing from the 18th century, depicting a female figure standing within a classical niche. The drawing, created with pen and ink and watercolor, showcases the refined details of the niche, emphasizing the delicate ornamentation and the figure's graceful pose. The artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the artistic trends of the 18th century. Its meticulous depiction of the classical form reflects a period of renewed interest in Greco-Roman aesthetics, which profoundly influenced the art and architecture of the time.