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Nude

Philip Grausman

Artwork Details

Nude
1970
Philip Grausman
graphite on Fabriano Artistico paper
22 1/4 in x 29 15/16 in (56.52 cm x 76.04 cm)
Gift of Maestro and Madame Vladimir Horowitz
1987/1.315

On Display

Not currently on display

Description

Subject Matter:

Best known for his figurative sculptures, Grausman depicts the alternative to his portraits here. Similar to a other drawings of the period, this shows the simple and smooth lines that can also be found in his sculptures.

Physical Description:

This drawing shows the backside of a person's body. The figure is reclining, and leans to the right with their legs bent so that their knees point upwards. The lower part of their body is darker and more defined. The print is signed and dated (l.r.) "Grausman / 1970".

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