Pleisterstudie van Atalante en Hippomenes 1717 - 1762

This is a preparatory study for a larger work, showing the figures of Atalante and Hippomenes, a couple from Greek mythology. Created by Dutch artist Cornelis Joseph d'Heur in the 18th century, the drawing shows the figures in a dramatic pose, with their bodies intertwined. The artist uses expressive lines and subtle shading to capture the anatomy and form of the figures. The detail of the drapery shows the artist’s careful attention to the human form, a hallmark of his work. This study, likely created as a preparatory sketch for a painting or sculpture, demonstrates the artist’s mastery of classical subjects and the human figure.