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A Nude Reclining in a Landscape

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a person reclining on their side, with one leg extended and the upper body supported by an arm. The person's head is turned slightly to the left, with delicately outlined facial features and hair styled in waves or gentle curls. The individual is unclothed and positioned on a natural landscape with undulating hills or dunes. Surrounding the figure are sketchy outlines of vegetation, likely bushes or trees, filling much of the scene. There are no visible items of jewelry or objects being held. The background features loosely sketched tree outlines, creating a serene, natural environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1825/1828
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4670 × 3245 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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