Studies of Female Nude, Hands, and Male Torso (recto); Landscape (verso) 1833 - 1898

This study by Felicien Rops, created between 1833 and 1898, showcases the artist’s skill in capturing the human form through a series of sketches. The drawing features a female nude, hands, a male torso, and a landscape on the back of the sheet. Rops, known for his captivating and sometimes controversial depictions of the human body, demonstrates his masterful command of line and shadow in this intimate work, which reveals his artistic process. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this piece, offering a glimpse into Rops’ artistic exploration of the figure and his unique style.