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French School, 18th Century — Study of Cockerels
French School, 18th Century

Study of Cockerels

A French School study from the 18th century depicting cockerels rendered in red chalk with white highlights on blue paper. This classical drawing demonstrates careful observation of the birds' forms and movement. The work exemplifies the academic tradition of animal studies practiced during the period.

Medium
Red chalk heightened with white on blue paper;

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Old Master and British Works on Paper

July 1, 2022

Estimate: $1,500$2,000

Lot 139

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French School, 18th Century, Study of Cockerels

A French School study from the 18th century depicting cockerels rendered in red chalk with white highlights on blue paper. This classical drawing demonstrates careful observation of the birds' forms and movement. The work exemplifies the academic tradition of animal studies practiced during the period.

Medium
Red chalk heightened with white on blue paper;
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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

French, Roosters, Classical, Red Chalk, Blue Paper, Animal Study, Realistic, 18th Century, Figurative, White Heightening

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