Staand mannelijk naakt in het water, op de rug gezien 1878 - 1938

"Staand mannelijk naakt in het water, op de rug gezien" is a graphite drawing created by Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst between 1878 and 1938. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a nude male figure viewed from the back, standing in water. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner. The drawing's gridded lines indicate a meticulous approach to anatomical accuracy and form. The subject's body is rendered in a realistic style, highlighting the subtle curves and contours of the human figure. This study, a typical example of Holst's exploration of the human form, offers a glimpse into his artistic process and his mastery of graphite.