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Study of a Man's Figure, Holding Rod behind Back
Study of a Man's Figure, Holding Rod behind Back is a chalk drawing by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:in unknown hand, upper right in graphite: A.L.
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Overview
Alphonse Legros created Study of a Man's Figure, Holding Rod behind Back in 1874, a red chalk drawing on laid paper. The artist, originally from France, had settled in Britain by this time.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a solitary nude male figure in profile, holding a rod behind his back. The figure's restrained pose is conveyed through careful rendering of form and line.
Technique & Style
Legros used red chalk to create a warm, earthy tone, with loose, expressive lines suggesting movement and energy. The sketchy quality of the work implies it may be a study or preparatory sketch for a larger work.
History & Provenance
Legros, a versatile artist known for painting, etching, sculpture, and medal design, had relocated to London in 1863, contributing to the British etching revival.
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Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation:; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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Study of a Man's Head [recto]