The artwork “Cabin” by Anders Zorn, created in 1917, is an etching on paper. It belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of nude painting (nu). The dimensions of the artwork are 29.4 x 19.2 cm.
The artwork portrays two nude figures captured in a moment of natural interaction within an intimate indoor setting. The finely detailed etching technique brings out the realism in the texture and shading, while the interplay of light and shadow enhances the depth and dimensionality of the scene. The meticulous rendering speaks to the artist’s mastery and intention to depict the human form with authenticity and sensitivity. The environment suggests a private, serene space, likely a cabin, alluded to by the title, further emphasizing the personal and tranquil nature of the composition.
