1892
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Seated Nude with Her Arm Resting on Her Leg (Femme nue assise, le bras appuyé sur la jambe) is a 1892 ink by Paul-Albert Besnard, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a woman sitting with her arm resting on her leg, showcasing her nude form. The woman's pose is relaxed, with her head slightly tilted and her eyes cast downward. Her hair is dark and falls in loose waves down her back. The background of the painting is dark and muted, which serves to highlight the woman's figure. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the woman appearing lost in thought. The use of etching and drypoint techniques in this painting adds a sense of texture and depth to the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's form. For more information on the artist's use of these techniques, look up Besnard, Albert.
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
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