Liggend mannelijke naakt 1732 - 1776

"Liggend mannelijke naakt," a red chalk drawing created by Gilles Demarteau between 1732 and 1776, depicts a reclining male nude. The figure is rendered with meticulous detail, highlighting the anatomical structure of the body. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques create a sense of volume and depth, capturing the subtle play of light and shadow across the body. This study of the male form exemplifies the artistic focus on anatomical accuracy and the idealized beauty of the human body during the 18th century.