Nude Lying with Crossed Legs

1969

Philip Pearlstein

Associated Names
Philip Pearlstein

Artist, American, 1924 - 2022

Anthony Stoeveken

Printer, American, 1938 - 2011

Graphicstudio

Publisher

The image shows a partial view of a nude figure's torso, legs, and part of an arm in a reclining position, with the head and upper torso out of view. The person lies on their back with legs bent at the knees, the right leg crossing over the left, and the left arm extended to the side with fingers slightly spread. The rendering highlights detailed, textured shading to depict musculature and contours of the body. The scene lacks any clothing or jewelry, focusing purely on the form. The background is plain, devoid of any discernible objects or designs.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Graphicstudio, University of South Florida, Tampa; acquired 1986 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1978

  • Field, Richard S. The Lithographs and Etchings of Philip Pearlstein. Missouri: Springfield Art Museum, 1978, no. 11.

  • Baro, Gene. Graphicstudio U.S.F.: An Experiment in Art and Education. New York: Brooklyn Museum, 1978, no. 4.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Artist's Proof Pearlstein

Markings

embossed: [Graphicstudio] [Anthony Stoeveken]

Wikidata ID

Q74071580

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