Femme nue couchée
1906
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1906
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a reclining woman lying on her side, her head resting on one hand. Her hair is drawn in quick, loose strokes, and the background is just a few lines suggesting grass. The lines are light and sketchy, like a quick study rather than a finished drawing. The artist focused on simple shapes and movement, not detail. The woman’s pose is relaxed, almost lazy, with one arm bent under her head. If you like this style, look up Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
