Female Nude c. 1938

"Female Nude" is a c. 1938 woodcut by the French sculptor Aristide Maillol, known for his simplified forms and emphasis on line. The work depicts a nude woman seated beneath a tree, her figure rendered in a smooth, flowing style characteristic of Maillol's art. The simplified lines and natural setting create a sense of tranquility and evoke the idealized beauty of the female form often seen in classical art. Maillol's use of woodcut as a medium further enhances the sense of directness and immediacy in the image, making it a beautiful and timeless representation of the human figure.