Artwork
Dancing Woman
Dancing Woman is a drawing by Fullard. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Dancing Woman is a pencil drawing on paper created by Fullard in 1950.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in mid-dance, with raised arms and bent legs, capturing the energy and movement of her body. The simplicity of the background, with suggested shapes of a chair and table, focuses attention on the dancer.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose and quick lines, conveying a sense of spontaneity. The artist's emphasis is on capturing the dynamic movement of the subject rather than detailing its features.
History & Provenance
The drawing was acquired from the artist's widow after a 1974 exhibition at the Serpentine Gallery in London.
Artist & collection
Artist
Fullard is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:George Fullard (1923–1973), English sculptor Jacques Fullard, South African racing cyclist John Fullard (1907–1973), Welsh tenor in Australia Philip F.…
