Standing Academic Male Nude 1816

Eugène Delacroix's *Standing Academic Male Nude* from 1816 is a charcoal drawing that exemplifies the artist's early study of the human form. Delacroix, a prominent figure in the Romantic movement, employed precise lines and shading to capture the anatomical details of the male model, creating a sense of lifelike realism. The drawing serves as a testament to Delacroix's dedication to academic art principles, evident in his meticulous rendering of the nude. Despite its academic nature, the artwork foreshadows Delacroix's later artistic endeavors, which often depicted dynamic figures and intense emotions.