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Head of a Woman and Studies of a Male Nude [verso]

Francesco Fontebasso

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a series of sketches portraying the human form. Multiple figures are depicted in different poses, showcasing various body parts. One figure is leaning with crossed arms and a twist in the torso, emphasizing muscle definition. Another figure is shown in a side view with arms crossed and the back visible. Additionally, there are outlines of legs, heads, and a side-facing head. One facial sketch in the bottom left corner features detailed hair curls indicating a styled look. The sketches have a linear style with bold lines and hatching to highlight body contours and muscles. The background is plain paper, showing natural texture, folds, and marks, giving the appearance of aged or well-used paper.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink and black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
6454 × 4946 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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