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Editor: Here we see a drawing of a sleeping cherub, attributed to the British School. It's rendered in pencil. There's a certain softness to it, even in its unfinished state. What strikes you most about its composition? Curator: The drawing’s primary function seems to be an exploration of form. Consider how the artist utilizes line weight to define the cherub's contours and suggest volume. The hatching technique, particularly in the background, creates tonal variations that imply depth. Note also the implied geometry--how do these choices contribute to the overall reading? Editor: I see what you mean. The cherub almost seems to emerge from the background because of the tonal hatching. Thanks! Curator: Indeed. The artist prioritizes the interplay of lines and tones to evoke a sense of volume and spatial relationships. A study of this kind reveals much about the foundations of representational art.