Study of a Standing Nude Youth 1820

This 1820 study of a standing nude youth by German artist Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld is a masterful example of academic drawing, depicting the human form with a precision and elegance characteristic of the Neoclassical style. The work, executed in graphite on paper, showcases Schnorr's keen eye for anatomical detail and his understanding of classical principles of proportion. Currently residing at the Art Institute of Chicago, the drawing's subtle nuances of light and shadow create a sense of volume and depth, adding to the lifelike quality of the figure.