“Nude Half Length I” is a notable artwork created by Matthew Smith in 1924. This painting falls within the Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a nude painting, also known as “nu.”
The artwork portrays a half-length depiction of a figure in a striking Expressionist style. The artist employs a dark, brooding palette with hints of flesh tones to represent the human form in a raw and evocative manner. The subject appears to be a blend of robust brushstrokes and shadowy contours that convey a sense of emotional intensity and depth. The bold, yet somewhat indistinct portrayal of the figure encapsulates the Expressionist focus on evoking emotion rather than adhering to realistic representation.