Zittend mannelijk naakt, op de rug gezien (2e prijs 1788) Possibly 1788

This graphite drawing by Dutch artist Derk Anthony van de Wart (1767-1824) depicts a seated male nude, seen from behind. The work is a study for a larger composition, likely created for the 1788 Prix de Rome competition, where it won second prize. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail in capturing the anatomy of the figure is evident in the smooth, flowing lines and precise rendering of the musculature. The inscription "Praemerim Secundum" and the date "A MDCCLXXXVIII" indicate the work's intended purpose and confirm its likely creation date.