Study of a Female Nude (Venus in a Drapery) 1605

Bartholomeus Spranger's "Study of a Female Nude (Venus in a Drapery)" is a charcoal drawing executed in 1605 that showcases the artist's mastery of anatomical detail and evocative composition. The figure, likely Venus, is depicted in a nude state, gracefully draped in a cloth that reveals her form. Spranger’s study of the female figure is a testament to the artistic practices of the Renaissance era, and is now housed in the National Museum of Warsaw, Poland. This piece, a valuable example of Spranger's work, serves as a testament to the artist's mastery of the human form and his ability to evoke both sensuality and classical elegance.