An Academy (ca. 1773)

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1773)John Hamilton Mortimer’s drawing "An Academy" is an exquisite example of 18th-century academic art. Created around 1773, the work typifies the period's intense focus on the study of the human form as an essential foundation for an artist’s education. This detailed study depicts a reclining male nude, captured in repose against a sparse background which puts an undivided focus on the figure itself.Mortimer’s mastery in rendering the human body is evident in the delicate detailing of muscle tone, joint articulation, and relaxed posture, presenting a study in both anatomy and expression. The detailed line work and soft shading subtly contour the body, enhancing the naturalism of the pose. This skillful depiction not only celebrates the beauty of the human form but also serves as a critical learning tool for students of art."An Academy" remains a fascinating piece for both art historians and lovers of art, evidencing Mortimer’s intricate technical skills and his capacity to convey profound grace and tranquility through the classical form.

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John Hamilton Mortimer was a British figure and landscape painter and printmaker, known for romantic paintings set in Italy, works depicting conversations, and works drawn in the 1770s portraying war scenes, similar to those of Salvator Rosa.

Mortimer became President of the Society of Artists in 1774, five years before his death at age 39.