Artwork
Reclining Nude
Reclining Nude is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Albert Weisgerber. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Reclining Nude is a pen and black ink drawing on wove paper created by Albert Weisgerber in 1896. The work features a simple, loose line drawing of a reclining figure.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a nude figure lying down, with one arm behind their head and the other by their side. The pose and loose rendering suggest a focus on the naturalness of the figure rather than idealization.
Technique & Style
The drawing employs loose, wavy lines with no shading, relying on layered lines to create visual depth. Quick, scribbly marks in the background imply movement or textured fabric, contrasting with the figure.
History & Provenance
Created in 1896 by Albert Weisgerber, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
The use of expressive, non-smooth lines and the emphasis on line work over shading place this drawing within the broader context of late 19th-century explorations of simplicity and naturalism in art.
Legacy
The legacy of 'Reclining Nude' is not explicitly detailed in the provided information, though its technique reflects artistic trends of its time.
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