Artwork
Seated Nude
Seated Nude is a drawing by the Romanticist artist William Etty. It dates from 1826 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Seated Nude is a drawing created by William Etty in 1826. It is a representation of the human figure, executed in a loose and expressive style.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a seated figure with their back turned, wearing a head covering. The subject's legs are bent to one side, and the artist has emphasized the body's curves and the play of light upon it.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines that capture the overall shapes and shadows of the figure. The level of detail is minimal, suggesting that the work is a study or practice piece rather than a finished drawing.
History & Provenance
Seated Nude is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art. William Etty, the artist, was born in 1787 and trained at the Royal Academy Schools in London, where he developed his skill in rendering the human figure.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Etty (10 March 1787 – 13 November 1849) was an English artist best known for his historical paintings containing nude figures.
