Liggende naakte vrouw 1875 - 1912

Jules Joseph Lefebvre created this print titled Liggende naakte vrouw, or Reclining Nude Woman, using etching. Lefebvre's work emerged during a time when academic art was under scrutiny, and artists began challenging traditional representations of the female nude. In this etching, the woman's body is presented in a vulnerable and sensual manner. The title and the pose of the woman suggest a state of reverie or dream. The artwork invites viewers to contemplate themes of beauty, desire, and the objectification of women. Lefebvre skillfully captures the textures of skin and fabric, enhancing the tactile and sensual qualities of the scene. Consider how the artist balanced idealized beauty with the realities of the human form. This artwork reflects Lefebvre's mastery of etching techniques, as well as the evolving attitudes toward the representation of the female body during the late 19th century.