Nude Study, Girl Standing with Hand Raised to Mouth
1924
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1924
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a woman standing sideways, her body turned slightly away from us. She’s naked, with one hand raised to her mouth like she’s lost in thought. The lines are loose and quick, focusing on the shape of her body and limbs. The artist used soft shading to show light and shadow, giving the figure a sense of movement. It’s just a study—no fancy details, just the basics of form and pose. Next, check out how George Bellows used chiaroscuro in other works.
