Artwork

Sketch (verso)

Sketch (verso), by Unknown, 1504
Sketch (verso), by Unknown, 1504

Sketch (verso) is a drawing by the Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This drawing is a sketch on a piece of brown paper, characterized by its rough texture and visible fibers.

About this work

Overview

This drawing is a sketch on a piece of brown paper, characterized by its rough texture and visible fibers. The artwork is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, as indicated by a circular stamp in the bottom-left corner.

Technique & Style

The sketch is faint and difficult to decipher, suggesting a preliminary or exploratory work. The use of brown paper and the visible texture imply a certain level of informality or experimentation.

History & Provenance

The presence of The Cleveland Museum of Art's stamp confirms the drawing's connection to the institution. The sketch is associated with the Renaissance period, although the exact date and artist remain unclear.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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