Reclining Female Nude 1875 - 1934

"Reclining Female Nude" is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels. It depicts a nude woman reclining, with her legs crossed and her arm resting on a draped object, likely a piece of fabric. The drawing is characterized by its quick, gestural lines, which capture the movement and fluidity of the model's pose. It exemplifies the study of the human form, a common theme in academic art. This work can be found at the Rijksmuseum, demonstrating its significance within the artistic canon.