Lust

Leonhard Kern

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a nude female figure seated on angular, block-like steps. She is in a relaxed pose, with her left leg resting on a lower step and braiding her long hair, which falls over her shoulder. The material is a rich brown color resembling carved wood. The figure has delicate facial expressions and detailed hair, giving a sense of refinement and realism. The sculpture's compact form and smooth surface suggest attention to detail, and the seated position on geometric blocks creates a contrast between the organic body and rigid steps.