Study of a Woman Seen from the Back

Eugène Delacroix

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white sketch on paper of a nude woman lying on her side. The woman's body is depicted from behind. Her head is turned to the right, with her face tilted upwards. The woman's hair is short and wavy. Her left arm is bent at the elbow, with her hand near her head. Her right arm is extended downward. The background consists of lines suggesting a dark, possibly interior setting. The overall style is expressive with varied line weights. The artwork is titled "Study of a Woman Seen from the Back" and is by Eugène Delacroix.