Who created "Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude"?

Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude was created by Johann Liss in early 17th century.

When was "Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude" created?

This artwork was created early 17th century.

What medium is "Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude"?

Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude is Black chalk on brown paperf.

Is "Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude" in the public domain?

Yes, Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude

Johann Liss

early 17th century

Medium

Black chalk on brown paperf

Dimensions

9 1/16 x 13 13/16 in. (23 x 35.1 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971

Accession Number

1975.131.234

Tags

MenConcertsMusicCellosFlutes

Art Historical Context

Johann Liss, a German-born Baroque artist active in early 17th-century Venice, created this versatile drawing on brown paper using black chalk, a medium favored for its ability to evoke dramatic light and shadow with swift, expressive strokes. Measuring just 9 1/16 x 13 13/16 inches, the sheet showcases Liss's skill in rapid studies, turning a simple support into a multifaceted work: the recto *The Concert*, a lively scene of musicians with cellos and flutes, while the verso reveals a *Seated Male Nude*, highlighting the artist's focus on human anatomy. The recto's intimate gathering captures...

Recto: The ConcertVerso: Seated Male Nude

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