Accession Number
147640
Medium
Charcoal on white wove paper
Dimensions
28.7 × 31 cm (11 5/16 × 12 1/4 in.)
Classification
charcoal
Credit Line
Gift of Kerry James Marshall
Background & Context
Background Story
Kerry James Marshall's Study for Many Mansions (1994) is a charcoal drawing on white wove paper. Charcoal allows for a broader range of tones than Conte crayon. This study likely explores the overall composition or the relationships between figures. Marshall's use of different media for different studies demonstrates his systematic approach.
Cultural Impact
Marshall's systematic use of different drawing media for his studies demonstrates his thorough approach to composition.
Why It Matters
This charcoal study explores compositional relationships, Marshall's methodical approach revealing his creative process.
