Figure study of a crouching nude woman
1929
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1929
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a woman crouching with her arms wrapped around her knees. Her body is drawn in loose, quick lines that leave some areas blank. The paper is mostly white, with dark strokes defining her shape and hair. The artist focused on movement and form over details. The sketch feels like a quick study, not a finished piece. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.
