The artwork titled “Reclining Nude” was created by artist Paul Cézanne circa 1877. This oil on canvas piece belongs to the Impressionism movement and falls within the nude painting (nu) genre. It is currently housed in a private collection. The artwork presents a provocative exploration of human form and composition through the Impressionist lens.
In the artwork, a figure is depicted in a reclined position, rendered in a manner that reflects the loose brushwork and play of light characteristic of Impressionism. The subject’s body is portrayed with a series of brushstrokes that suggest volume and form rather than with detailed anatomical accuracy. The colors are somewhat muted, with shifts in hue and tone that convey the body’s curves and the softness of flesh. The background is abstractly treated, indicating a space rather than defining it, which allows the viewer to focus more on the figure itself. The overall effect is one of intimacy and immediacy, capturing a moment of repose in a way that is both personal and detached.
