Study of a Figure 1837 - 1911

Alphonse Legros's "Study of a Figure" is a graphite drawing on paper that exemplifies the artist's mastery of anatomical detail and the human form. The work, created between 1837 and 1911, depicts a nude male figure viewed from the side. The figure stands with his left hand resting on an unseen surface, his torso facing the viewer, and his head turned towards the left. Legros's precise lines and skillful shading create a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the figure's muscularity and the subtle contours of his body. This drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Legros's academic training and his interest in capturing the essence of the human form through meticulous observation.