Nude 1909

Raoul Dufy’s 1909 painting, *Nude*, showcases the artist's early exploration of Fauvist techniques. The figure, rendered in bold, simplified forms, stands against a backdrop of vibrant, contrasting colors, a hallmark of Dufy’s style. The stark, expressive brushstrokes and the figure’s confident pose contribute to the painting’s energy and sense of modernity. *Nude* exemplifies Dufy’s transition from Impressionism to the more radical and expressive Fauvist movement.