Male nude, seated, three-quarter view from back
1848
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1848
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a man sitting on the ground with his back to us. His legs are bent, and his hands rest on his knees. The artist used soft shading to show the curves of his back, shoulders, and arms, with no hard lines. The drawing looks like a study—simple but focused on getting the body right. It’s all in black and white, with smooth shading to show light and shadow. If you like this, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build up tones.
