Artwork

Leg

Leg, by Alfred William Rich, 1898
Leg, by Alfred William Rich, 1898

Leg is a drawing by Alfred William Rich. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Leg is a pencil drawing created by Alfred William Rich around 1898. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a single human leg, oriented vertically with the foot at the bottom. The upper thigh is partially cropped, leaving the viewer's focus on the visible anatomy.

Technique & Style

Rich employed diagonal hatching to convey texture and shading, creating an impression of smooth skin. The realistic rendering emphasizes the contours of the muscles and the shape of the foot, set against a plain light beige background.

Artist & collection