Preparatory Sketch Collection (#4)

Sketchbook, page 05: "Bethel ME Aug 19th", 1859 (graphite)
XOS5878324 Sketchbook, page 05: "Bethel ME Aug 19th", 1859 (graphite) by Gifford, Sanford Robinson (1823-80); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Quite another thing (litho)
8663001 Quite another thing (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quite another thing. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

Gavarni in London: A Sketch for the West-End (litho)
8670138 Gavarni in London: A Sketch for the West-End (litho) by Gavarni, Paul (1804-66) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sketch for the West-End)

The National Sporting Club, London (litho)
8663020 The National Sporting Club, London (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Sporting Club, London)

Eureka! (litho)
8663013 Eureka! (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eureka! Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch, 1903).); © Look and Learn

Another Mr Weller (litho)
8663004 Another Mr Weller (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Another Mr Weller. Illustration for Sketches from "Punch" by Phil May (Punch)

Brown's Country House, No 2 (litho)
8662995 Brown's Country House, No 2 (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brown's Country House, No 2)

Rather difficult for him (litho)
8662992 Rather difficult for him (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rather difficult for him)

Study of Santa Rosalia of Palermo, 1659-64 (black chalk with smudging on ivory laid paper)
5862014 Study of Santa Rosalia of Palermo, 1659-64 (black chalk with smudging on ivory laid paper) by Ferri, Ciro (1634-89); 20.4x18.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

The Cowherdess, Eragny, 1886 (crayon)
XOS5885343 The Cowherdess, Eragny, 1886 (crayon) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 43.6x29.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Study of a Plaster Cast (a la bosse), 1806 (black chalk with graphite )
XOS5884187 Study of a Plaster Cast (a la bosse), 1806 (black chalk with graphite ) by Millet, Frederic (1786-1859); 46.3x38.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Portrait of a Woman, 1758-62 ( black, white & red chalk, on blue paper)
8677946 Portrait of a Woman, 1758-62 ( black, white & red chalk, on blue paper) by Liotard, Jean-Etienne (1702-89); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Drawing by Jean Etienne Liotard)

Lobster and Two Witches, c.1602 (pen & w/c on paper)
7443777 Lobster and Two Witches, c.1602 (pen & w/c on paper) by Gheyn, Jacques II de (1565-1629); Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Jacques de Gheyn II)

Saint Jerome in a Landscape (pen & ink on paper)
3598792 Saint Jerome in a Landscape (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Apostle (charcoal on paper)
3598783 Apostle (charcoal on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Study for Fountain (pen & ink on paper)
3598765 Study for Fountain (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811
UIG5092156 Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811)

A Bear Eating a Rabbit (pen & ink on paper)
3598791 A Bear Eating a Rabbit (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Saint Sebastian (pen & ink with wash on paper)
3598786 Saint Sebastian (pen & ink with wash on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: San Sebastiano(1714F) Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze

Battle (pen & ink on paper)
3598775 Battle (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: Battaglia(1720F) Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana

Angel of the Annunciation (chalk on paper)
3598750 Angel of the Annunciation (chalk on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: Angelo della annunciazione(12903 F) Uffizi, G.D.S.

Water Lane, Stratford St.Mary, 1831 (watercolour on paper)
7528536 Water Lane, Stratford St.Mary, 1831 (watercolour on paper) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 23x18 cm; Gallery Oldham

Ixias, 1904 (pencil, watercolour, paper)
7443874 Ixias, 1904 (pencil, watercolour, paper) by Mackintosh, Charles Rennie (1868-1928); Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: PR.1969.12.b DRAWINGS drawing; watercolour IXIAS Mackintosh)

Sketch drawing of a group of women, Ramose's tomb
8586902 Sketch drawing of a group of women, Ramose's tomb by Egyptian; Necropolis, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt TT55)

Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811
UIG5066999 Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811)

Landscape roughed in show cumulaic heap similar to tops of trees, 1803-1811
UIG5102127 Landscape roughed in show cumulaic heap similar to tops of trees, 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); (add.info.: Landscape roughed in show cumulaic heap similar to tops of trees)

Study for a the Portrait of the Duke of Urbino (pen & ink on paper)
3598795 Study for a the Portrait of the Duke of Urbino (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S.)

Landscape with trees on the left and a city in the background (pen & ink on paper)
3598760 Landscape with trees on the left and a city in the background (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S.)

View of a Mountainous Coast (ink on paper)
3598745 View of a Mountainous Coast (ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Aggregate cumulus in different stages, 1803-1811
UIG5102122 Aggregate cumulus in different stages, 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); (add.info.: Aggregate cumulus in different stages, 1803-1811)

Light cirro-cumulus beneath cirrus, 1803-1811
UIG5102121 Light cirro-cumulus beneath cirrus, 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Light cirro-cumulus beneath cirrus, 1803-1811)

Dark cirrostratus, 1803-1811
UIG5102119 Dark cirrostratus, 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); (add.info.: Dark cirrostratus, 1803-1811. Blue wash cloud study by Luke Howard FRS)

Light cumulus and stratus above a sea inlet, 1803-1811
UIG5102116 Light cumulus and stratus above a sea inlet, 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); (add.info.: Light cumulus and stratus above a sea inlet, 1803-1811)

Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811
UIG5062548 Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, c 1808-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard)

Sketch drawing of a group of men, Ramose's tomb
8586889 Sketch drawing of a group of men, Ramose's tomb by Egyptian; Necropolis, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt TT55, Ramose's Thebarian Tomb Sketch drawing of a group of men)

Cock Point, near Folkestone, 1833 (watercolour on paper)
7528535 Cock Point, near Folkestone, 1833 (watercolour on paper) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 20.5x12 cm; Gallery Oldham

Detail of a dog crossing the Red Sea (pen & ink on paper)
3598794 Detail of a dog crossing the Red Sea (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze)

Soldier with Mantel (pen & ink on paper)
3598788 Soldier with Mantel (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

The Virgin Mary with Apostles of Santo Spirito ()
3598763 The Virgin Mary with Apostles of Santo Spirito ( by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Landscape with Birds in Flight (ink on paper)
3598747 Landscape with Birds in Flight (ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian); Photo © Raffaello Bencini

Back view of Roman marble of the Boy with a Goose in his lost drawing book preserved in the Chatsworth record
8601589 Back view of Roman marble of the Boy with a Goose in his lost drawing book preserved in the Chatsworth record, fol 64v-65r (pen & ink on paper) by Rubens

Drawing of a man, Ramose's tomb
8586937 Drawing of a man, Ramose's tomb by Egyptian; Necropolis, Luxor, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt TT55, Ramose's Thebarian Tomb Charcoal drawing of a man); © Jean Bernard

Tomb of Ramses IX, Luxor
8587842 Tomb of Ramses IX, Luxor by Egyptian; Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt; (add.info.: Egypt. Luxor, city on the Nile of ancient Thebes)

Layers of stratus, wreathing mountain slopes, c 1803-1811
UIG5102163 Layers of stratus, wreathing mountain slopes, c 1803-1811 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Layers of stratus, wreathing mountain slopes, c 1803-1811)

Sketches: Reclining Nude, Man Supporting the Body of, 1818-1819 (graphite, on cream wove paper)
5860103 Sketches: Reclining Nude, Man Supporting the Body of, 1818-1819 (graphite, on cream wove paper, perimeter mounted on cream wove paper) by Gericault

Houses and an Eagle (pen & ink on paper)
3598793 Houses and an Eagle (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

Roman Emperor (pen & ink on paper)
3598779 Roman Emperor (pen & ink on paper) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); (add.info.: by Titian Uffizi, G.D.S., Firenze, Toscana)

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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).