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Italian Sketchbook: Figure in an interior (page 175)

1898–1899

Maurice Prendergast

(American, born Newfoundland [now Canada], 1858–1924)
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Culture
America
Medium
pencil
Measurements
Sheet: 16.7 x 10.8 cm (6 9/16 x 4 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Charles E. Prendergast 1951.422.qqq
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Location
Not on view
Print
A horizontally oriented graphite drawing, rendered in quick pencil strokes on aged paper, depicts a minimalist interior sketch. To our right, a darkly shaded figure stands facing toward our right. On our left, rapid, loose lines form a rectangular structure with vertical bars. In the background, sketchy lines suggest a large window. The composition is defined by minimal detail, leaving the figure's features and skin tone obscured.

Italian Sketchbook: Figure in an interior (page 175)

1898–1899

Maurice Prendergast

(American, born Newfoundland [now Canada], 1858–1924)
America

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