The artwork, titled “Nude with Right Arm Raised,” is a chalk drawing on paper created by Antoine Watteau between 1717 and 1718. It belongs to the Rococo art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study. Measuring 28.2 by 23.3 centimeters, the piece showcases Watteau’s masterful use of chalk to render delicate human forms.
In the artwork, a nude figure is depicted with one arm raised, showcasing a strong yet graceful pose. The raised arm draws the viewer’s eye upward, creating a sense of movement and dynamism. Watteau’s skillful use of chalk allows for subtle shading and fine detailing, particularly evident in the soft contours of the figure’s body and the intricate rendering of the hair. The background is kept minimal, focusing the attention entirely on the figure, thus highlighting Watteau’s adeptness in capturing the nuances of the human form with a remarkable sense of realism and elegance.
