Female Nude in the Studio of Thomas Couture
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a woman sitting on a low surface, her body turned slightly to the side. She’s naked, with one leg bent and the other foot resting on a folded cloth. The background is dark, making her skin look warm and smooth. Her hair is pulled back, and she holds a small object in her hands. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the skin a textured, almost three-dimensional look. This technique makes the light and shadow pop, especially on her shoulders and legs. If you like this style, look up impasto.
