Academiestudie naar gips van Laocoön 1819 - 1881

This academic study, "Academiestudie naar gips van Laocoön," is a detailed pencil drawing by Johannes Tavenraat. The artwork, created between 1819 and 1881, is a faithful representation of the famous Laocoön sculpture. The piece showcases Tavenraat's skill in capturing the intricate details of the sculpture's anatomy and the dramatic struggle of the Trojan priest and his sons against the serpents. This academic study can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum, providing insights into Tavenraat's artistic practice and the enduring influence of classical sculpture on 19th-century art.