Study of a Nude Female Figure

Study of a Nude Female Figure

Hugh Bellingham Smith

1885

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a person lying on their stomach on a bed. Their head is turned to the side, and their arms stretch out in front of them. The bed has a greenish blanket, and outside the window, you can see a faint blue mountain shape. The loose, sketchy brushstrokes give the painting a soft, unfinished look. It’s not polished like some other art—just quick and natural. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.

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