Studies of Three Figures, Including a Self-portrait c. 1883

Paul Cézanne’s “Studies of Three Figures, Including a Self-portrait” is a pencil drawing showcasing the artist's characteristic approach to form and composition. This c. 1883 work features three figures, a nude female figure, a seated male figure who is most likely the artist himself, and a third, draped figure lying down. Cézanne's unique style, later known as Post-Impressionism, is evident in the bold, angular lines and the simplified forms of the figures, demonstrating his interest in breaking down objects into geometric shapes, exploring light and shadow and creating a sense of depth and volume.