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Young Woman Reclining

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This delicate drawing features a young woman reclining gracefully, her form elongated across the canvas with a quiet elegance. The artist employs soft pencil strokes, with subtle shading that adds depth and contour to the woman's relaxed posture. Her flowing dress, rendered in gentle lines, drapes naturally over her bent legs—while her distinct black shoes ground the figure visually. The overall composition balances minimalism with precision, directing the viewer's gaze from her serene face to the relaxed hand resting beside her.

The choice of a restrained color palette—primarily graphite with hints of soft earthy tones—creates an intimate atmosphere, evoking a sense of peaceful repose. The artist's technique, blending fluid line work with carefully placed shadows, gives life and personality to this quietly captivating scene. The artwork resonates with a gentle emotional impact, inviting contemplation of leisure, vulnerability, and feminine grace in a subtly sophisticated style.

Young Woman Reclining

Paul César Helleu

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6400 × 3636 px
670 × 385 mm

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