Archer, Nude Study

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868, circa 1858

The artwork depicts a full-body nude study of a male figure positioned in profile. He stands with one leg forward. His facial features are detailed, with short hair and prominent sideburns. The musculature of his body is accentuated. The figure stands against a plain background with shading that suggests depth, and the edges of the paper are slightly worn and torn.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868
Datazione
circa 1858
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
charcoal and black chalk heightened with white gouache on brown wove paper
Dimensioni
63,4 × 45,6 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The artwork depicts a full-body nude study of a male figure positioned in profile. He stands with one leg forward. His facial features are detailed, with short hair and prominent sideburns. The musculature of his body is accentuated. The figure stands against a plain background with shading that suggests depth, and the edges of the paper are slightly worn and torn.

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868