Seated Male Nude Resting on a Stick 1765 - 1810

This red chalk drawing by Jakob Matthias Schmutzer, titled "Seated Male Nude Resting on a Stick", is a study of the human form. Created between 1765 and 1810, it exemplifies the academic tradition of anatomical accuracy, capturing the intricate details of the male body. The figure's relaxed posture, with one hand resting on a stick, conveys a sense of naturalism and a fleeting moment in time. The artist's signature, "Schmutzer," appears in the lower right corner of the sheet. This drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a testament to Schmutzer's skill in capturing human anatomy with precision and grace.