Preparatory Sketch Collection

Sketch for the Last Supper
Preparatory sketch in red chalk by Leonardo da Vinci for his fresco of The Last Supper. This is one of a number of compositional sketches he made in preparation for the fresco he was to paint

Venice, San Giorgio (colour litho)
7159740 Venice, San Giorgio (colour litho) by Murray, Alexander Henry Hallam (1854-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venice, San Giorgio)

Sketch of medallion of Maskelyne, 1750s (drawing)
7340655 Sketch of medallion of Maskelyne, 1750s (drawing) by Unknown artist, (18th century); National Maritime Museum, London

At the Door, 1885 (crayon, brush, wash & oil on card)
5860732 At the Door, 1885 (crayon, brush, wash & oil on card) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 47--23.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec).

Portrait of Ruperto Chapi (1851-1909), 1904 (drawing)
AIS5344922 Portrait of Ruperto Chapi (1851-1909), 1904 (drawing); Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain ; (add.info.: Portrait of Ruperto Chapi (1851-1909)

Aida, by Verdi, 1879 (sketch)
8698381 Aida, by Verdi, 1879 (sketch) by Lacroix, Eugene (1858-1950); Bibliotheque-Musee de l'Opera Garnier, Paris, France; (add.info.: Music)

PAH1228; Sketches of a battleship and two other Royal Navy vessels (drawing)
7342482 PAH1228; Sketches of a battleship and two other Royal Navy vessels (drawing) by Everett, John (1876-1949); National Maritime Museum, London

Unfinished portrait of a woman, 19th century (graphite)
7341867 Unfinished portrait of a woman, 19th century (graphite) by Brett, John (1831-1902); 17.7x26.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

PAH1223; Sketch of the passenger liner Majestic (unfinished) (drawing)
7342478 PAH1223; Sketch of the passenger liner Majestic (unfinished) (drawing) by Everett, John (1876-1949); National Maritime Museum, London

Study of a donkey, c.1820 (pen and ink, wash, watercolour)
7342270 Study of a donkey, c.1820 (pen and ink, wash, watercolour) by Streatfeild, Thomas (1777-1848); 4.5x5.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A landscape and trees (verso), 1802 (watercolour, graphite)
7339895 A landscape and trees (verso), 1802 (watercolour, graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 13x20.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A study of trees in the grounds at Merton Place, 1805 (watercolour, graphite)
7339889 A study of trees in the grounds at Merton Place, 1805 (watercolour, graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 19.4x20.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A young woman seated, reading, 1802 (graphite)
7339871 A young woman seated, reading, 1802 (graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 15.4x9.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink)
7339867 A group seated at a table, 1802 (pen, ink) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 12.9x9.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Emma Hamilton from Life, 1802 (graphite)
7339862 Emma Hamilton from Life, 1802 (graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 23.5x18.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Battle of the Glorious First of June, 1794; stern views of the captured French ships 'L' America'
7341711 The Battle of the Glorious First of June, 1794; stern views of the captured French ships 'L' America' and 'La Juste', c.1794 (pen, ink, graphite) by Pocock

Portrait of Lady Jane Franklin (1791-1875), c.1850 (print)
7339143 Portrait of Lady Jane Franklin (1791-1875), c.1850 (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Half-Length Recumbent Male Nude Seen from the Back, c.1590 (charcoal, touches of oil paint)
5861512 Half-Length Recumbent Male Nude Seen from the Back, c.1590 (charcoal, touches of oil paint and traces of lead white on paper) by Faccini, Pietro (1560/2-1602); The Art Institute of Chicago

Studies of Ram Heads, 1700s (oil on canvas)
XOS5879706 Studies of Ram Heads, 1700s (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); 44.8x58.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: France, 18th century).

Sketchbook, page 15: Landscapes, Berlin Falls ? , 1859 (graphite)
XOS5878331 Sketchbook, page 15: Landscapes, Berlin Falls ? , 1859 (graphite) by Gifford, Sanford Robinson (1823-80); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Sketchbook, page 09: Mountains and Rocks , 1859 (graphite)
XOS5878329 Sketchbook, page 09: Mountains and Rocks , 1859 (graphite) by Gifford, Sanford Robinson (1823-80); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Sketchbook, page 02: Figure in a Landscape with Dog, 1859 (graphite)
XOS5878323 Sketchbook, page 02: Figure in a Landscape with Dog, 1859 (graphite) by Gifford, Sanford Robinson (1823-80); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Study for "The Apotheosis of Ferdinand IV and Maria Carolina, King and Queen of Naples"
XOS5877688 Study for "The Apotheosis of Ferdinand IV and Maria Carolina, King and Queen of Naples" (sketch for the ceiling of the Palazzo dei Regi Studi, Naples), c

Luncheon in the Lions' Den (b/w photo)
8628315 Luncheon in the Lions' Den (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luncheon in the Lions' Den)

A lecture in store (litho)
8663027 A lecture in store (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: A lecture in store. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

Art in Whitechapel (litho)
8663022 Art in Whitechapel (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Art in Whitechapel. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

"The Grey Mare" (litho)
8663015 "The Grey Mare" (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: "The Grey Mare." Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

Hard lines (litho)
8663011 Hard lines (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hard lines. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch, 1903).); © Look and Learn.

Petticoat Lane (litho)
8663023 Petticoat Lane (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petticoat Lane. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

On the village green (litho)
8663005 On the village green (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the village green. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

Signature of novelist James Fenimore Cooper
3501409 Signature of novelist James Fenimore Cooper; (add.info.: Signature of James Fenimore Cooper 1789 to 1851. American novelist of frontier tales).

Baruch Spinoza (engraving)
3507315 Baruch Spinoza (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Baruch Spinoza (1632-1677) a Dutch philosopher of Sephardi/Portuguese origins. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive.

Letter of the french poet Germain Nouveau to Paul Verlaine, France, Aug., 17, 1875 (engraving)
3434414 Letter of the french poet Germain Nouveau to Paul Verlaine, France, Aug., 17, 1875 (engraving); (add.info.: Literature. "Going in Marseille. Bibl)

Man Seated on a Step'
3330188 Man Seated on a Step'; (add.info.: Sketch titled 'Man Seated on a Step' by Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669) a Dutch painter and etcher

Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville (drawing)
3329964 Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville (drawing); (add.info.: Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville, a royal Palace in Seville, Spain)

Battle of Salamanca, 22nd July 1812, engraved by D. Pound after J. Terry
3085323 Battle of Salamanca, 22nd July 1812, engraved by D. Pound after J. Terry; (add.info.: From England's Battles by Sea and Land by Lieut Col Williams; The London Printing)

The Water Carrier (recto), c. 1815-16 (pen and brown ink over black and red chalk and watercolor)
8736083 The Water Carrier (recto), c. 1815-16 (pen and brown ink over black and red chalk and watercolor) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; (add.info)

A male
3330191 A male; (add.info.: Sketch of a male by Juan Carreno De Miranda (1614-1685) a Spanish painter of the Baroque period. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville (drawing)
3329957 Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville (drawing); (add.info.: Sketch of the Alcazar of Seville, a royal Palace in Seville, Spain)

Self portrait by Herbert Barnard John Everett BHC2683, early 20th century (oil on paper)
7337894 Self portrait by Herbert Barnard John Everett BHC2683, early 20th century (oil on paper) by Everett, John (1876-1949); 50.6x35.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Study of trees and a small building in the grounds of Merton Place, 1802 (graphite)
7339890 Study of trees and a small building in the grounds of Merton Place, 1802 (graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 9.3x15.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A study of a Cedar tree at Merton, 1802 (watercolour, graphite)
7339886 A study of a Cedar tree at Merton, 1802 (watercolour, graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 13x20.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Study of a tree overhanging water at Merton (recto), 1802 (graphite)
7339872 Study of a tree overhanging water at Merton (recto), 1802 (graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 14.3x9.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

PAH1228; Sketches of a battleship and two other Royal Navy vessels (drawing)
7342483 PAH1228; Sketches of a battleship and two other Royal Navy vessels (drawing) by Everett, John (1876-1949); National Maritime Museum, London

Study of small trees with low shrubs beneath them (verso), 1803 (graphite)
7339893 Study of small trees with low shrubs beneath them (verso), 1803 (graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 14.7x9.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Paths and a fence beneath trees in the grounds at Merton, 1804 (watercolour, pen, ink)
7339884 Paths and a fence beneath trees in the grounds at Merton, 1804 (watercolour, pen, ink) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 13.5x31.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Study of a cedar tree, 1802 (watercolour, graphite)
7339878 Study of a cedar tree, 1802 (watercolour, graphite) by Baxter, Thomas (1782-1821); 12.2x17.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Sketch of HMS 'Russel', 1835 (pen, ink)
7341708 Sketch of HMS 'Russel', 1835 (pen, ink) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 14.5x19.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown 'A rough sketch of H.M)

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"Exploring the Artistic Process: Capturing Essence through Preparatory Sketches" Sketch for the Last Supper in Venice, San Giorgio (colour litho): A glimpse into the meticulous planning behind one of history's most iconic masterpieces. Sick woman in a bed, maybe Saskia, wife of the painter, 1640 (pen, brush & gouache): An intimate portrayal of vulnerability and love as an artist captures his beloved spouse during her illness. A seated academic nude with his hands clasped, c. 1723-24 (red & white chalk on light brown paper): Delicate strokes bring to life a contemplative figure embodying grace and intellectual depth. Head studies (oil on panel): The artist's exploration of human expression and emotion through captivating portraits that reveal both individuality and universality. Tuning, 1867 (graphite): A fleeting moment frozen in time as skilled hands adjust strings - a testament to dedication and precision within the world of music. First of the Month's Sculptures, St Mark's, Venice, 1840 (pencil & w/c on card): A preliminary sketch capturing architectural marvels that stand tall against time while showcasing intricate details awaiting their transformation into grand sculptures. The Triumph of the Church after 1628 (oil on wood): Through preparatory sketches emerges an awe-inspiring depiction celebrating faith and spiritual triumph amidst adversity. Study of Guinevere for Sir Launcelot in the Queen's Chamber, 1857 (pencil & w/c on paper): Unveiling Arthurian legends' enchantment through initial sketches that breathe life into mythical characters entwined in timeless tales. Madame Lisle and Madame Loubens, 1869-72 (graphite on tan wove paper): The delicate lines capture friendship immortalized by artistry; two souls forever intertwined upon this textured canvas. Portrait of Essil Elmslie, 1911 (pencil on paper).