Artwork
Study of a Standing Male Nude: Saint Sebastian
Study of a Standing Male Nude: Saint Sebastian is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Jacopo Confortini. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This drawing, Study of a Standing Male Nude: Saint Sebastian, is a work on paper by Jacopo Confortini, dated to 1601.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a standing male nude, likely representing Saint Sebastian, with his weight shifted onto one leg. His curly hair and turned head add a sense of movement to the relaxed pose.
Technique & Style
Confortini employed black chalk and stumping on buff laid paper to achieve a range of tonal values. Hatching and cross-hatching create depth and texture, subtly defining the model's musculature.
History & Provenance
Created in 1601, this drawing is an example of Confortini's work during the early 17th century.
Artist & collection
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