Male Torso
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a man’s back and side, bent over a large rock or boulder. His muscles and posture are drawn with quick, loose lines, giving a sense of movement. The shading is simple but strong, focusing on the shape of his body. The artist signed it “George Bellows” and labeled it a “study,” meaning it was likely a quick practice drawing. The rough style suggests he was working fast, maybe testing how light and shadow fell on the body. Want to see more? Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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