Composite of Three Women
Medium
Drawing
Classification
Drawing
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry Sayen and Miss Ann Sayen on behalf of Helene Zaun Newman
Accession Number
1967.63.113
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Art Historical Context
"Composite of Three Women" is a compelling drawing that brings together multiple studies of the female form. As its title suggests, the work appears to combine bust and full-length views of nude models, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into the artist’s process of observation and composition. Created by Carl Newman and now part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection, this piece highlights the enduring role of drawing as both a preparatory tool and an independent art form. Drawings like this one often served as essential exercises in capturing anatomy, posture, and light, allo...