Study for "Queen Victoria" 1838

This pencil sketch by Sir George Hayter, created in 1838, is a study for the artist's iconic portrait of Queen Victoria. The delicate lines capture the regal figure of the Queen, seated on a throne with a scepter in hand, within a grand architectural setting. The sketch, measuring 20.1 x 13 cm, demonstrates Hayter's meticulous planning and masterful use of line to capture both the form and the presence of his subject, providing insight into the creative process behind the final portrait.