Two Standing Male Figures and Seated Woman with a Child 1760s

This drawing, "Two Standing Male Figures and Seated Woman with a Child," was created by the Venetian artist Francesco Fontebasso in the 1760s. The work is a study for a larger painting and showcases Fontebasso's skill in capturing the human form. The composition features three figures in various poses: two men standing and a woman seated with a child. The artist has used a range of shades of gray to create a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the figures' clothing and features. The piece is an example of the Rococo style, characterized by its elegant and delicate lines, as well as its focus on graceful figures and sentimental themes. This drawing, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers insight into Fontebasso's artistic process and his mastery of figural representation.