A Sleeping Woman; Study of a Head
Examine Paul Sandby’s ‘A Sleeping Woman; Study of a Head,’ a poignant pencil drawing showcasing 18th-century portraiture's intimacy & detail. Explore its melancholic style and masterful technique.
Paul Sandby (1798 - 1863)
Paul Sandby (1731-1809) was a pioneering English watercolour artist & mapmaker, founding member of the Royal Academy. Known for landscapes, London life scenes ('Cries of London'), and detailed topographical views. 'Father of modern landscape painting