Four Female Nudes
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
1967.63.89
Tags
Art Historical Context
"Four Female Nudes" a captivating drawing by Carl Newman, in the Smithsonian American Art's collection. Created as a study of the human form, this undated work features four female figures, likely rendered from live models, showcasing Newman's skill in capturing the graceful contours and subtle musculature of the nude body. As a drawing, it exemplifies the preparatory medium favored by artists for exploring anatomy and pose, allowing for fluid lines and expressive shading that bring vitality to the page. In the tradition of artistic nudes, this piece contributes to a long lineage of figure st...