Gaand vrouwelijk naakt 1904

"Gaand vrouwelijk naakt" (1904) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst (1868–1938). The artwork depicts a female nude, viewed from the side, with her left arm outstretched. This study in line and form demonstrates Holst's interest in the human figure, a common theme in his work. His precise rendering of anatomical detail highlights the classical influence on his style, yet the simplification of form and the absence of background suggests a modern approach. This drawing, like many of Holst's works, is an exploration of the human form and its potential for artistic expression.