Reclining Male Nude n.d.

"Reclining Male Nude" is a charcoal drawing by Louis-Joseph-César Ducornet, a French artist known for his academic style. This study of a reclining nude, created sometime during Ducornet’s lifetime (1806-1856), exemplifies the rigorous attention to anatomy and form characteristic of Neoclassical and Academic art. The drawing's simplicity, focus on the human figure, and masterful use of charcoal create a sense of timeless realism, capturing the beauty and power of the human form. The work, currently housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Ducornet's technical skill and the enduring legacy of academic figure drawing.