Reclining Nude

c. 1900

Aristide Maillol

Associated Names
Aristide Maillol

Sculptor, French, 1861 - 1944

The sculpture depicts a seated female figure in a reclining pose. Her head is turned slightly downwards, gazing towards her torso. Her legs are bent at the knees, with one leg in front of the other. Her arms rest around her body, conveying a relaxed posture. The sculpture is made of a material that resembles stone, with an off-white and beige color giving it a weathered appearance. The figure sits on an abstract base for stability, exhibiting soft, rounded edges and realistic body shape, reminiscent of classical human figure sculptures.
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West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5


Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist [1861-1944], France; purchased by Marcel Guerin [1873-1948], Paris. Guillaume Guerin; purchased 1967 by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia; gift 1983 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Sculpture: An Illustrated Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994: 139, repro.

Inscriptions

stamped with initial in base at rear: M

Wikidata ID

Q63860711

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