Academic Study of a Man and a Woman 1808

"Academic Study of a Man and a Woman" is an 1808 oil painting by the Dutch artist Woutherus Mol. Mol is known for his academic style, evident in this painting's meticulous rendering of the human form. The work depicts a nude male figure standing with a staff in his hand, while a nude female figure sits in the foreground. The subject matter and composition suggest a focus on anatomical study, with the figures posed to showcase their musculature and proportions. While the exact subject remains unclear, the artwork's realism and attention to detail demonstrate Mol's skill in portraying the human form. The painting's dimensions are 97.3 cm in height, 81.8 cm in width, and 3.5 cm in depth.