Kenyon Cox got the commission to do a series of mosaic murals in the Wisconsin State Capitol
depicting arts, sciences, and industries. This is a study for one of those that I can only describe
as a heroic nude artist. Sad to say the final version isn't nearly as nice as this.
Disclosure: I removed some severe yellowing from this and increased contrast.
wonderful. So inspiring.
ReplyDeleteYes, there's something substantial and honest about this one.
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