Zittend mannelijk naakt 1776 - 1814

"Zittend mannelijk naakt" (Seated Male Nude) is a graphite drawing by Dutch artist Pièrre Recco, created between 1776 and 1814. The drawing depicts a nude male figure seated on a rock, his arm extended overhead and his head resting on his hand. Recco was a skilled draftsman known for his detailed anatomical studies and his ability to capture the human form with precision. This drawing showcases his mastery of the medium, highlighting the contours of the body with meticulous detail. The piece likely served as a study for a larger work and demonstrates the importance of anatomical studies in the development of academic art.