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Sleeping Nude

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This delicate drawing captures a reclining nude figure in a state of serene slumber. With soft, flowing lines and subtle shading in warm sepia tones, the artist masterfully renders the gentle curves and contours of the human form, imbuing it with a tender realism that feels both intimate and peaceful. The figure's pose, with one arm resting behind the head and the other bent gracefully, suggests relaxed repose, inviting viewers to sense her calm and vulnerability in this quiet moment.

The composition is elegantly minimalistic, with the figure elongated diagonally across the paper, creating a graceful movement that draws the eye from head to toe. The lightly sketched background and absence of extraneous details amplify the focus on the body’s delicate form and highlight the artist's refined line work and subtle tonal gradations. This work radiates an evocative softness, embodying a timeless celebration of the human body bathed in tranquility and gentle light, echoing artistic traditions of intimate figure studies.

Sleeping Nude

Paul César Helleu

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6400 × 3236 px
652 × 336 mm

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