Akt nach einem kleinem Mädchen, in ganzer Figur nach rechts 

Johann Heinrich Hasselhorst created this drawing of a nude girl in full figure, facing right, in the 19th century. The composition emphasizes the subject’s form through delicate shading against a neutral background. Hasselhorst’s skill is apparent in the way he models the figure's soft contours. He meticulously renders the play of light and shadow across the girl's skin, creating a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer’s eye to the smooth transitions of tone which give the figure weight. The artist carefully delineates the shape and volume through subtle changes in shading and the use of hatching which builds up shadow and defines the form. The artwork's formal structure reflects a broader artistic interest in the human form, particularly the nude, as a vehicle for exploring ideals of beauty and naturalism. This approach invites us to reflect on the evolving standards of representation and the ongoing cultural dialogue around the body.