Antiquity Bust from Villa Farnesina | Classical Red Chalk Drawing | Liliya Muglia

Antiquity Bust from Villa Farnesina is a refined red chalk drawing on delicately toned paper, measuring 10 × 8 inches (25 × 20 cm). The work studies a classical sculptural fragment associated with the Villa Farnesina, a site emblematic of Renaissance humanism and the revival of Greco-Roman ideals.

Rendered with meticulous attention to proportion, contour, and tonal modulation, the drawing reflects disciplined academic draftsmanship rooted in classical tradition. Subtle transitions of light and shadow articulate the structure of the face and neck, evoking the sculptural permanence and quiet dignity characteristic of antiquity.

This study functions both as an homage to classical form and as a meditation on the enduring legacy of ancient aesthetics within Renaissance and contemporary artistic practice.

The original artwork remains in the artist’s private collection and is available for acquisition.
Fine art print options are also offered for collectors seeking a carefully produced reproduction that preserves the tonal nuance, line quality, and sculptural depth of the original work.