Study of a woman's left arm in Van Dyck dress, consisting of a slashed sleeve, decorated with a bow, lace cuff, and lace collar; the curve of a feigned oval visible below and to the right. Made by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 - 1797). Black and white chalk on blue laid paper, in cream window mount.

Exhibitions:

  • Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734-1797
    Dates: from 21/06/1997 to 28/09/1997

Publications

  • Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734 - 1797
    Sub-Title: An introduction to the work of Joseph Wright of Derby with a catalogue of drawings held by Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Published on the occasion of an exhibition commemorating the Bicentenary of the artist's death.
    Published Place: Derby
    Published Year: 1997

Related People

  • Wright, Joseph (Artist)

    Display Date: British, 1734 - 1797

    Nationality: British

    Biography: British artist.

Study of a Woman's Left Arm in Van Dyck Dress with a Slashed Sleeve, original source unknown

Date: 1755

Medium: black and white chalk on blue paper

Object Type:drawing
Dimensions:Support: 276 x 206 mm (10 7/8 x 8 1/8 in.)
Provenance:Purchased from David Posnett, Leger Galleries Ltd., 1996.
Viewing Status:On Display
Item Ref:1996-1/51
Item Ref:1996-1/51