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Seated Female Nude, 1647/78. Creator: Samuel van Hoogstraten
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Seated Female Nude, 1647/78. Creator: Samuel van Hoogstraten
Seated Female Nude, 1647/78
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Seated Female Nude, 1647/78" is a captivating pen and ink drawing by the Dutch artist Samuel van Hoogstraten. This masterpiece, created during the Dutch Golden Age, is currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago. The image depicts a female figure seated before a plain background, her body turned slightly away from the viewer. She is naked, save for a spear she holds in her left hand, which rests on her lap. Her right hand is delicately placed on her thigh, and her head is tilted in a thoughtful or contemplative manner, her gaze directed away from the viewer. The drawing is executed in pen and brown ink and brush, with brown wash, traces of black chalk, and opaque white watercolor on cream laid paper. The use of these various media creates a rich texture and depth, adding to the overall sense of realism and tactility. The figure's form is rendered with great skill and sensitivity, with careful attention paid to the subtle curves and contours of the body. The inclusion of the spear adds an intriguing element to the drawing, suggesting a connection to war or warfare. However, the overall tone is one of introspection and quiet strength, as the figure seems to be lost in thought, undisturbed by her surroundings or the weapon in her possession. This drawing is a testament to van Hoogstraten's mastery of the medium of pen and ink, as well as his ability to convey a sense of depth and complexity through the use of simple forms and subtle shading. It is a powerful and evocative work of art that continues to captivate viewers to this day. The Seated Female Nude is an important addition to the Art Institute of Chicago's collection of Dutch and Flemish art from the seventeenth century, and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art or the works of Samuel van Hoogstraten.
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