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Figure of a Man

Unknown , 1521

Figure of a Man, by Unknown, chalk, 1521
Figure of a Man, by Unknown, chalk, 1521

Figure of a Man is a chalk drawing by the Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1521 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This Renaissance drawing depicts a nude male figure in a contraposed pose, viewed from the side, emphasizing classical proportions and muscular anatomy.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a male nude, is rendered in a dynamic pose with raised right arm and bent left arm, hand on hip. Facial expression is obscured, focusing attention on the physical form.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen, brown ink, and brown wash over black chalk, the work achieves depth and texture, characteristic of Renaissance realism and attention to detail.

History & Provenance

The drawing is part of the collection at The National Gallery of Art, Washington, though the artist's identity and exact date are not specified in the provided information.

Context

The piece reflects Renaissance artistic values, prioritizing classical ideals of beauty and realistic representation of the human body.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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