Six studies after an armless state of a female nude

Six studies after an armless state of a female nude

Domenico Gargiulo

1650

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing shows six studies of a female nude, each from a different angle. The figures are sketched in pencil, with some details added in ink. The studies appear to be after a statue, as the figures are armless. The drawing is done in a realistic style, with attention to the proportions and anatomy of the human body. The artist has used a range of lines and shading to create depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of drawing, you might want to look up the artist Gargiulo, Domenico.

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