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Sketch of Two Figures Embracing (verso)

Sketch of Two Figures Embracing (verso), by Augustin Théodule Ribot, 1867
Sketch of Two Figures Embracing (verso), by Augustin Théodule Ribot, 1867

Sketch of Two Figures Embracing (verso) is a drawing by Augustin Théodule Ribot. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Théodule Ribot's Sketch of Two Figures Embracing (verso) is a pencil drawing created around 1867, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two embracing figures, rendered in a simple yet expressive style with loose lines and minimal detail, suggesting a study or rough draft rather than a finished work.

Technique & Style

The figures are drawn in pencil, with an emphasis on expressive lines and minimal detail, characteristic of a sketch or preparatory study.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Augustin Théodule Ribot

Artist

Augustin Théodule Ribot

Théodule-Augustin Ribot (French: ; August 8, 1823 – September 11, 1891) was a French realist painter and printmaker.

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