Three Reclining Female Figures 

"Three Reclining Female Figures" is a pencil drawing by John Flaxman, a prominent English sculptor and designer of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The work depicts three female figures, likely nudes, in a relaxed, reclining pose. This study, measuring 12.9 x 10.9 cm, showcases Flaxman's deft hand in capturing the human form through delicate, fluid lines. The minimalist approach, with the figures rendered in a simplified manner, highlights Flaxman's emphasis on the fundamental principles of anatomy and form. As a preparatory sketch, this work likely served as a preliminary study for a larger, more finished sculpture or painting.