Ovid's "The Art of Love" ("L'art d'aimer" d'Ovide) 1935

This 1935 red chalk drawing, *Ovid's "The Art of Love" ("L'art d'aimer" d'Ovide)* by Aristide Maillol, depicts a female nude in a simple, yet powerful pose. The figure is shown from the side, with her head bent forward and her arms wrapped around her torso, evoking a sense of contemplation and introspection. Maillol, known for his sculptures and drawings of the human form, was a key figure in the Art Deco movement and his work often explored themes of beauty, nature, and the human condition. This drawing is a prime example of his style, characterized by its graceful lines, simplified forms, and focus on the essential elements of the body.