Who created "Study of Ancient Soldiers"?

Study of Ancient Soldiers was created by Anonymous, French, 17th century in 17th century.

When was "Study of Ancient Soldiers" created?

This artwork was created 17th century.

What medium is "Study of Ancient Soldiers"?

Study of Ancient Soldiers is Red chalk.

Is "Study of Ancient Soldiers" in the public domain?

Yes, Study of Ancient Soldiers is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Study of Ancient Soldiers

Anonymous, French, 17th century

17th century

Medium

Red chalk

Dimensions

7 1/4 x 12 3/8 in. (18.4 x 31.4 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1960

Accession Number

60.620.201

Tags

SoldiersMenHorses

Art Historical Context

Nestled in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Drawings and Prints department, *Study of Ancient Soldiers* an exquisite 17th-century French anonymous drawing executed in red chalk. Measuring a modest 7 1/4 x 12 3/8 inches, this intimate sheet captures dynamic figures of soldiers and horses, evoking the valor of antiquity. Created during France's Golden Age under Louis XIV, it reflects the era's deep fascination with classical history and heroism, often inspiring grand history paintings and sculptures. Red chalk, or sanguine, was a favored medium among 17th-century draftsmen for its warm, flesh-l...

Study of Ancient Soldiers

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