Academic Male Nude 

Pierre-Paul Prud'hon, a renowned French Neoclassical artist, created this charcoal drawing titled "Academic Male Nude". The work is a study in anatomical detail, capturing the figure's musculature and form with meticulous precision. The model's pose, leaning forward with an outstretched arm, suggests a moment of intense contemplation or exertion. The stark contrast of light and shadow enhances the sense of volume and realism. Prud'hon's skill in depicting the human figure is evident in this powerful and evocative study.