Study for the left hand of 'The Woman clothed with the Sun'

Examine Benjamin West’s 'Study for The Woman Clothed in the Sun,' a detailed charcoal study of a hand – a glimpse into his Renaissance-inspired technique & masterful anatomical rendering.


Benjamin West (1738 - 1820)

Discover Benjamin West (1738-1820), a pioneering American artist & Royal Academy president! Explore his historical paintings, Neoclassical style & lasting legacy.