Borghese Gladiator
from the Torso 7 a 2m 4p 3 to 2 m:2p
to 1m:8p
to 2m: 5p
1 m: -9 p
10 rec...
6 rec: 2 pl
from the pl: 5 rec:
12r: 4 pl
from the h. ep 8
8 of c.8
a t 6
3...
Translation Notes
"Gladiateur de Borghèse" refers to a famous statue of a gladiator. Measurements are provided in old French feet ("pieds") and inches ("pouces"). Notations like "m" for meters, "p" for pouces (inches), and "rec" for recumbent or horizontal measurements appear frequently.
Page Summary:
The text annotates a drawing of the Borghese Gladiator, detailing measurements in old French units. These measurements serve as a guide for artists to accurately capture human proportions. The notes aid in studying and mastering Renaissance-style anatomical drawings.