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Nude Holding Her Leg (Femme nue se tenant la jambe)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a nude figure depicted predominantly from the back and side, with the upper body leaning forward. The person's head is slightly turned, and their hair is short and dark, curling around their head. Their facial features are softly illustrated, with their face partially obscured by their arm. The figure is posed as if leaning against a large, uneven rock or structure with the left arm resting on it. The background is empty and unadorned, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the figure without distractions. The lines are delicate and minimal, emphasizing the natural curves of the human form.

Artwork Details

Date
1886
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
2873 × 5103 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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