C. HOGUET (1821-1870), Leaning man standing, Charcoal Charles Hoguet (1821 Berlin - 1870 ibid.): Sketch of a man standing leaning, 19th century, Charcoal Technique: Charcoal on Paper, mounted on Cardboard Date: 19th century Description: This drawing shows a sketchy depiction of a standing person facing left. The reduced lines and the fragmentary character of the work convey a fleeting but expressive impression. Provenance: From the estate of the artist. Verso: Sketch of a woman with child Keywords: Sketch; Drawing; Person; Book; Standing; Reduced lines; Fragmentary; Impression; Expression; Turned to the left; Unfinished; Art; Illustration; Study; Gesture; Paper; Charcoal drawing; Low contrast; Figure; Observation, 19th century, Romanticism, People, France, Size: Paper: 9,0 cm x 6,3 cm (3,5 x 2,5 in)

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