Nude
1889
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1889
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Nude is a 1889 ink by Berthe Morisot, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a woman sitting with her back turned, facing to the left. She is nude, with her head turned slightly to the right, and her hair is pulled back. The woman's body is rendered in soft, gentle lines, with subtle shading that suggests a sense of vulnerability. The artist's use of drypoint on laid paper creates a delicate, etched quality that adds to the overall sense of intimacy. The woman's pose is relaxed, with her arms folded across her chest and her head tilted slightly to one side. The painting's soft, muted tones and gentle lines evoke a sense of quiet contemplation. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
