“The Flight of Love (Rodin)” by Beauford Delaney, created in 1923, exemplifies the Academicism art movement within the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork portrays a highly detailed, soft depiction of two figures, meticulously rendered to capture a tender moment. The primary figure, possibly female, holds an infant close to her body. The figures are sketched with delicate shading and fine lines, seated on an undefined, stone-like platform. This illustration emphasizes form and emotion, drawing attention to the intimate connection between the subjects. The background remains plain, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the poignant scene presented.
