Classical Male Nude Statue 18th century

This 18th-century drawing, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a classical male nude statue. The artist, who remains anonymous, utilizes delicate lines and shading to capture the sculpted form. The figure stands confidently, draped in a toga, and the artist's attention to detail highlights the anatomical accuracy of the classical sculpture. The drawing, a testament to the enduring fascination with ancient art, serves as a study of the human form and the principles of classical aesthetics.