Two Nudes Fighting

Michelangelo Buonarroti, ca. 1505

This artwork depicts two nude figures in a dynamic pose. The figures are drawn with fluid lines, emphasizing movement and form. The figure on the left is seen from the back, with the full body visible, while the other figure is partially obscured. The artwork is done in a sketchy style, using bold, dark strokes against a light, textured background. The paper has a worn, aged appearance, and the artwork is framed by a thin, golden border.
Kunstenaar
Michelangelo Buonarroti
Datering
ca. 1505
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
pen and brown ink on laid paper; laid down
Afmetingen
7,9 × 4,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This artwork depicts two nude figures in a dynamic pose. The figures are drawn with fluid lines, emphasizing movement and form. The figure on the left is seen from the back, with the full body visible, while the other figure is partially obscured. The artwork is done in a sketchy style, using bold, dark strokes against a light, textured background. The paper has a worn, aged appearance, and the artwork is framed by a thin, golden border.

Michelangelo Buonarroti