Nude Woman Standing, Side View
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1916
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a woman’s back and side, standing with one leg slightly bent. Her arms are crossed behind her head, and her body is turned just enough to show her profile. The lines are loose and quick, with dark shading that makes her skin look textured. The artist focused on simple shapes and strong shadows instead of fine details. The paper has a rough, almost smudged look, like the drawing was done fast. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro—it’s the technique of using strong light and dark contrasts.
