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French School Mid Century Standing Male Nude Figure Study Charcoal

Mid 20th Century

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Title: French School Mid Century Standing Male Nude Figure Study Charcoal Medium: Charcoal and white chalk on brown artists paper, unframed Size: 19.75 x 12.75 inches (height x width) Signed: Illegible signature bottom right Provenance: private collection Condition: Good overall condition consistent with age. Visible edge wear and minor paper losses to corners. Surface handling marks and slight creasing to sheet. Small tear to lower edge. Charcoal stable with expected light smudging consistent with medium. Description: A striking mid century academic life study depicting a standing male nude figure, rendered in expressive charcoal and heightened with white chalk on warm brown artists paper. The composition captures the male form in a classical contrapposto stance, the torso subtly twisted and the weight resting through one leg. Strong structural line defines the anatomy, while areas of white chalk create luminous highlights across the shoulders, chest, thighs, and lower legs. These passages of light contrast dramatically against the rich charcoal shadows, giving the figure sculptural depth reminiscent of atelier training studies. The confident draftsmanship suggests formal academic instruction, possibly from a French atelier environment. The use of brown toned paper allows the artist to work simultaneously with light and shadow, a traditional technique rooted in classical drawing practice. The raw, gestural background marks further emphasise the physicality of the figure, while the unfinished edges and visible construction lines give the piece immediacy and authenticity. This is a compelling example of mid century European academic figure drawing — ideal for collectors of life studies, classical nude works, and French studio drawings. Perfect for framing in a simple contemporary mount, this expressive charcoal study would suit both modern and traditional interiors, appealing to collectors of figurative modernism and atelier practice works. For more any more information please do contact us with any questions you may have. Thank you.
  • Creator:
    French School
  • Creation Year:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)
  • Medium:
    Pencil,Chalk,Charcoal
  • Movement & Style:
    French School
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509317651522

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