94 - A. GROS (1771-1835), Two ladies with soldiers, Pen drawing

A. GROS (1771-1835), Two ladies with soldiers, Pen drawing Antoine-Jean Gros (1771 Paris - 1835 Meidon): Figure study, Two ladies in Biedermeier dresses with a group of Napoleonic soldiers, 19th century, Pen drawing Technique: Pen drawing and Pencil on Transparent paper Stamp: Verso Collector's stamp, Lugt no.: 3779. Johann Kühn. Vienna. 20th century Date: 19th century Description: This artwork shows a lively street scene with soldiers flanked by two elegant ladies carrying parcels. Behind them are other figures, including sketched soldiers. The arrangement and depiction emphasise social interactions in public space. Keywords: street scene; soldier; elegant ladies; parcels; social interaction; public space; sketch; drawing; figures; Victorian; uniforms; fashion; military; women; everyday scene; historical clothing; society; public, 19th century, Biedermeier, Figurative, France, Size: Transparent paper: 20,1 cm x 29,0 cm (7,9 x 11,4 in) Condition: Challenging condition. Long strips of adhesive tape on the verso, which bleed through to the front. Marked creases in the thin paper along the adhesive strips. The sheet is slightly discoloured due to its age and somewhat creased in places. The lower edge of the sheet is slightly damaged due to detachment from a binding. The corners of the sheet are damaged by bumps and creases, and in some places by tiny marginal tears. Damage along the lateral edges backed with adhesive tape.