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Venus

François Boucher

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-body sketch of a reclining person on their back, with the head turned slightly to the side. The person is lying with one leg bent at the knee and the other leg extended, while their arms are positioned across the torso. The facial features are softly defined, with closed eyes and the hair appears curly and styled up, though details are subtle. The individual is depicted without clothing, drawn with gentle lines and shading that capture the contours of the body. The surrounding area features a simple, textured background without any additional objects or decorations.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1754
Medium
black chalk with touches of red chalk, heightened with white chalk on gray paper
Dimensions
5292 × 3026 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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