Academie

About this work

This etching shows a muscular man sitting on a rock, leaning forward with one arm resting on his knee. His head is tilted down, hand touching his face, and his legs stretch out in front of him. The lines are smooth but detailed, focusing on the shape of his body and the play of light on his skin. The red ink makes the figure stand out against the plain background, giving it a warm, almost glowing look. This style was common in studies called *academies*—paintings or drawings of nude figures to teach anatomy. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Aveline used this technique.