Study of a Figure 1837 - 1911

Alphonse Legros's "Study of a Figure" is a red chalk drawing from 1837-1911, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Legros was known for his figural studies, and this work exemplifies his meticulous approach to anatomy and form. The drawing captures a standing nude male figure, rendered with careful detail and a focus on the musculature and structure of the body. This drawing exemplifies the academic tradition of figure drawing, common in the 19th century.