Study of Ezekiel for ‘Frieze of Prophets’ by John Singer Sargent

Study of Ezekiel for ‘Frieze of Prophets’ 1890 - 1892

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amateur sketch

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detailed observational sketch

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This charcoal drawing by John Singer Sargent is a study for the artist's monumental 'Frieze of Prophets'. Completed between 1890 and 1892, it depicts a figure shrouded in a cloak, likely Ezekiel, a figure from the Hebrew Bible, standing in a dramatic pose. Sargent was known for his masterful draftsmanship, and this drawing showcases his skill in capturing both the form and the emotion of the subject.