Diane au levrier (Diana and a Greyhound)

Diane au levrier (Diana and a Greyhound)

Pierre Roche

1912

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a nude woman with her arm raised above her head, accompanied by a dog. The woman's body is positioned in a dynamic pose, with her legs crossed and her weight shifted onto one leg. The dog is standing on its hind legs, with its front paws resting on the woman's leg. The image is rendered in a monochromatic color scheme, with subtle shading that adds depth and dimension to the figures. The woman's hair is depicted in loose, flowing strands that cascade down her back. This artwork is a striking example of the artist's skill in capturing the human form in motion. For more information on the artist's technique, explore the concept of sfumato.

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