Nude Girl Reclining 1919

"Nude Girl Reclining" is a charcoal drawing by American artist George Wesley Bellows, created in 1919. The artwork depicts a nude woman reclining in a pose reminiscent of classical art, but with Bellows' distinctive, expressive style. The drawing showcases Bellows' mastery of charcoal, capturing the figure with both sensitivity and dynamism, giving a sense of immediacy and life to the work. While considered an early example of the artist's foray into figural studies, it's a notable piece for its simplicity and strong sense of volume. This powerful and evocative piece encapsulates Bellows' exploration of the human figure and its complex relationship with space and light.