This is a drawing of an outdoor scene featuring various figures. The drawing depicts several people in a natural setting, appearing to interact with each other and their surroundings. The central figure is seated, with other figures standing around in dynamic poses, possibly reaching upwards. The drawing is characterized by loose, fluid lines and a palette dominated by sepia tones, creating a sense of motion and texture in the scene. The use of hatching and shading adds depth and dimension to the figures and the surrounding environment, suggesting an ethereal atmosphere.
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Study for the "Madonna della Scodella" [recto]

Correggio (Parmese, 1489/1494 - 1534)

1523/1524

Medium
pen and brown ink, brown wash, and red chalk on laid paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 20.7 x 14 cm (8 1/8 x 5 1/2 in.)
Culture
Italian
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
The Armand Hammer Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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