Study for “The Romancer” c. 1716

“Study for ‘The Romancer’” is a red chalk drawing created by Jean-Antoine Watteau in 1716. The drawing depicts a group of figures, including a man kneeling before a seated woman. The man is looking at the woman, while the woman is holding a book. The drawing is a preparatory study for Watteau’s painting "The Romancer", showcasing the artist's skilled use of line and shading in his depiction of figures and their movements. The drawing is a testament to Watteau's ability to capture the elegance and grace of the Rococo period through the human form.