Artwork
Torso of a Nude Woman (verso)
Torso of a Nude Woman (verso) is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Jane Poupelet. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Torso of a Nude Woman (verso) is a drawing by Jane Poupelet, dated to around 1904, and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Technique & Style
The drawing features a loose, gestural outline of a woman's upper body, with minimal shading and few details, suggesting a quick study or practice piece. The simple, economical lines convey a sense of spontaneity and focus on capturing the underlying form.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a nude female torso from the side, with an emphasis on basic shapes and posture rather than detailed representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marie Marcelle Jane Poupelet, was a French sculptor who excelled in animal sculpture and female nudes.
