Seated man in circular medallion (design for a book illustration) 1770 - 1834

This pencil drawing by English artist Thomas Stothard, created between 1770 and 1834, is a design for a book illustration. It depicts a seated man in a circular medallion, with a landscape in the background. Stothard, known for his illustrations and historical paintings, masterfully captures the figure's pose and expression. The delicate lines of the drawing and the subtle shading create a sense of depth and realism. The artwork is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.