Artwork
drawing from the Ionides Album
drawing from the Ionides Album is a drawing by Alexander Constantine Ionides. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This pencil drawing is part of the Ionides Album, a collection of 54 folios containing prints and drawings.
About this work
Overview
This pencil drawing is part of the Ionides Album, a collection of 54 folios containing prints and drawings. The drawing is located on folio 48v and depicts a woman in classical attire.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows a standing woman in a simple, flowing dress, with one hand holding a jug and the other drawing a cloak over her head. The loose, quick lines convey a soft, serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in pencil on paper, with a focus on capturing the shape of the woman's body and the movement of her dress. The artist's use of loose, quick lines creates a sense of spontaneity.
History & Provenance
The Ionides Album dates to the 18th or early 19th century and has undergone historical modifications, including trimming and rehousing. The album is bound in half maroon leather with paper sides and gold-tooled decorations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Constantine Ionides, also known as Konstantinos Ioannou or Iplixis was a Greek-British art patron and collector.
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