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Untitled (Nude Figure)

1945

W. J. Sewell

Associated Names

W. J. Sewell

Artist, American, active 1940s

Will Barnet

Printer, American, 1911 - 2012

The image depicts a black and white drawing of a human figure in a dynamic pose. The person is standing on one foot with a bent leg, while their back is arched and one arm is extended downward. The head is turned away, only showing part of the side of the face and short, smooth hair. The figure is unclothed, and the background is textured and shaded. The drawing emphasizes the lines and shadows of the form, creating a sense of depth and form.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image: 270 x 165 mm
Sheet: 395 x 250 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4330

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, W.J. Sewell '43

Wikidata ID

Q76454810

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