Artwork
Female torso, holding up the right arm

Female torso, holding up the right arm is a drawing by J Wetselaar-Whittaker. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries. This drawing depicts a female torso with the right arm raised.
About this work
Overview
This drawing depicts a female torso with the right arm raised. The arm is bent, with the hand not visible.
Subject & Meaning
The figure is rendered in a way that emphasizes its anatomical structure, suggesting a study or exploration of the human body's form.
Technique & Style
The artist employed simple lines, shading, and cross-hatching to convey depth and texture, using a combination of pencil, brush, and grey wash.
Artist & collection
Artist
This artist made precise studies of the body—drawings and sculptures that cut straight to the bones, muscles, and tissues.



















