Nude Male Figure, Rear View 1700 - 1800

This drawing, created sometime between 1700 and 1800, depicts the rear view of a nude male figure. The artist, Giovanni da San Giovanni, was known for his detailed study of the human form and this drawing is a testament to that skill. The figure is depicted in a simple pose, but the artist's meticulous attention to detail and the subtle use of shading bring a sense of life and volume to the work. The drawing is a classic example of academic art, a style emphasizing anatomical accuracy and idealized beauty. This work is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.