Study of a Man's Figure, Holding Rod behind Back

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

This image depicts a full nude figure of a male standing. The figure is turned slightly to the left with his right arm raised and his left arm relaxed downward. The figure has defined musculature typical for idealized classical representations. The facial features of the figure include a prominent nose and defined cheekbones. The hair is wavy and short, with light detailing. There is no clothing or jewelry visible. The background is plain with minimal detailing, focusing on the figure. The artwork appears to be rendered in a monochrome sepia tone.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    red chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 41.1 x 27.5 cm (16 3/16 x 10 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5490


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in unknown hand, upper right in graphite: A.L.

Watermarks

MBM

Wikidata ID

Q64534561

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