Artwork
Nude Study of an Old Man
Nude Study of an Old Man is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Henri Lehmann. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This drawing is a preparatory study for a larger mural.
About this work
Overview
This drawing is a preparatory study for a larger mural. It depicts an elderly man without clothing, seated on a stool with his back partially turned.
Subject & Meaning
The study focuses on the representation of the nude male form, specifically exploring the effects of deep shadows on the body.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of contrasting light and dark areas demonstrates an interest in chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume.
History & Provenance
The study was created for a mural in the old Hôtel de Ville in Paris, which was destroyed by fire during the Commune in 1871.
Artist & collection
