Bacchus, Richard, Academic School, 19th Century

Descriptio Graphite on paper. Dimensions not specified. Academic sketch depicting Bacchus nude, standing in a dynamic pose, with his arm raised and his body slightly twisted, accompanied by a mythological animal at his feet. The composition is inspired by ancient statuary. The drawing is distinguished by the accuracy of its proportions, the flexibility of its lines, and the attention paid to anatomy, revealing a careful study of the human body. Signed Richard in the lower right, this drawing reflects the academic practice of the 19th century, where the study of classical models was a fundamental exercise in artistic training.

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