Boy-rider 1912

"Boy-rider" (1912) is a charcoal drawing by Russian artist Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin. The image is a simple yet striking depiction of a young male nude, rendered with the artist’s signature realism and attention to detail. The figure is depicted in a relaxed, almost reclining pose, showcasing the artist's mastery of anatomical study and the human form. The drawing's minimalist aesthetic emphasizes the figure’s form and anatomical details, leaving the viewer to interpret the subject’s identity and the overall narrative of the work.