Nude Study 1768

"Nude Study," a red chalk drawing from 1768 by an anonymous artist, depicts a male figure in a seated pose. The figure is rendered in meticulous detail, highlighting the artist's skill in capturing the human form through anatomical study. The drawing is characteristic of the academic art style of the 18th century, often used as preparatory studies for larger paintings. This particular study, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides insight into the artistic practices and the emphasis on anatomical accuracy during this era.