The artwork, entitled “Nude Model with Drapery,” was created by Maurice Prendergast between the years c.1912 and c.1915. This watercolor on paper, belonging to the Post-Impressionism movement, measures approximately 31.75 x 24.13 cm and is categorized within the genre of nude painting (nu). Currently, it resides in a private collection.
“Nude Model with Drapery” features a depiction of an unclothed figure rendered in soft, expressive lines and a palette dominated by earthy and flesh tones, with occasional accents of blue. The figure is captured in a natural, unposed stance, partially enveloped in drapery that softly flows behind and around them. The artist’s brushwork emphasizes the fluidity and spontaneity characteristic of Post-Impressionism, capturing the essence of the model’s form and the delicate interplay of light and shadow on the body. The simplicity of the background serves to draw the viewer’s focus entirely on the subject, highlighting Prendergast’s skillful portrayal of the nude human form with sensitivity and grace.
