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Pierre Puvis de Chavannes — Study of a Seated Nude Female Model Drawing
Pierre Puvis de Chavannes

Study of a Seated Nude Female Model Drawing

1883

In this surprising drawing, a nude figure abandons her role as model in favor of drawing. The passive nude has become active; she turns away from the viewer, absorbed in her own artistic pursuit.

Medium
black chalk

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Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, Study of a Seated Nude Female Model Drawing, 1883

In this surprising drawing, a nude figure abandons her role as model in favor of drawing. The passive nude has become active; she turns away from the viewer, absorbed in her own artistic pursuit.

Medium
black chalk
Year
1883
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Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

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