Reclining Male Nude, Draped

Reclining Male Nude, Draped

John Singer Sargent

1902

unspecified

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

About this work

This painting shows a man lying down, with his head tilted back and his arms behind his head. He's wearing a cloth draped over his lower body. The background is a solid color. The man's body is relaxed, with his legs slightly bent. The cloth is rumpled and twisted, adding texture to the scene. The overall mood is one of calmness and serenity. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume. You can explore more works by the artist John Singer Sargent.

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