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Study of a Male Nude, seen from Behind, 1774 (red chalk)
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Study of a Male Nude, seen from Behind, 1774 (red chalk)
1197623 Study of a Male Nude, seen from Behind, 1774 (red chalk) by Suvee, Joseph Benoit (1743-1807); 56.9x31.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright
Media ID 22549924
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1770s 1774 Artist Flemish Back Back View Backview Behind Bottom Buttock Chalk Defeat Defeated Etude Expression Facial Expression Flemish Artist From The Back Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Looking Down Negative Concept Neo Classic Neo Classicism Neoclassic Neoclassical Art Neoclassicism Old Master Drawings One Man Only Rear View Red Chalk Skin Studies Vanquishing View From Behind Suvee
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This print showcases Joseph Benoit Suvee's "Study of a Male Nude, seen from Behind" created in 1774. The artwork, rendered in red chalk, measures 56.9x31.7 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The image captures the essence of defeat and solitude with its negative concept and portrayal of only one man. The viewer is presented with a back view of the male figure, emphasizing his vulnerability and isolation. This neoclassical masterpiece reflects the artistic style popular during the late eighteenth century. Suvee, a talented Flemish artist, skillfully depicts this study from behind, showcasing his mastery over human anatomy and expression. The subject's skin tone adds depth to the drawing while his downward gaze evokes introspection. Within this piece lies an exploration of power dynamics as well as themes related to masculinity and nudity prevalent in European art during that era. Suvee's attention to detail highlights every contour of the male form - from his buttocks to facial expression - inviting viewers into an intimate encounter with nakedness. As we delve into this mid-eighteenth-century artwork steeped in neoclassicism, we are reminded of its timeless appeal that continues to captivate audiences today. Bridgeman Images has expertly preserved this exquisite example of fine art for all enthusiasts to appreciate without any commercial use implications
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