Untitled
1913
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1913
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph showcases a marble sculpture of a nude woman, her body twisted in a contemplative pose. Her left leg is bent at the knee, while her right leg extends downward, with her foot resting on a rock. The woman's left arm is raised to her shoulder, and her right arm is bent at the elbow, with her hand resting on her right thigh. The sculpture is rendered in exquisite detail, with the subtle play of light and shadow accentuating the contours of the woman's body. The overall effect is one of serene introspection, as if the woman is lost in thought. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Oppler, Alexander.
