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Follower of Jean-Antoine Watteau — Studies of two seated ladies
Follower of Jean-Antoine Watteau

Studies of two seated ladies

A study drawing in the manner of Jean-Antoine Watteau depicting two seated ladies rendered in red and black chalk with white highlights on buff paper. The work showcases the characteristic elegance and refined line work associated with Watteau's school.

Medium
Red and black chalk heightened with white chalk on buff paper;

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Old Master and British Works on Paper

July 1, 2022

Estimate: $1,500$2,000

Lot 144

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Follower of Jean-Antoine Watteau, Studies of two seated ladies

A study drawing in the manner of Jean-Antoine Watteau depicting two seated ladies rendered in red and black chalk with white highlights on buff paper. The work showcases the characteristic elegance and refined line work associated with Watteau's school.

Medium
Red and black chalk heightened with white chalk on buff paper;
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Figure Study, Old Master, Chalk Drawing, Academic Drawing, French Art, Red Chalk, Black Chalk, 18th Century, Watteau, Seated figures