Seated Nude, Mademoiselle Rose (1820 – 1824) by Eugene Delacroix

Seated Nude, Mademoiselle Rose - Eugene Delacroix - 1820 - 1824

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TitleSeated Nude, Mademoiselle Rose
ArtistEugene Delacroix
Date1820 - 1824
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions81 x 65 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationLouvre, Paris, France

About Seated Nude, Mademoiselle Rose

The artwork “Seated Nude, Mademoiselle Rose” was created by the revered artist Eugene Delacroix between 1820 and 1824. As an oil on canvas within the Romanticism art movement, this work represents the genre of nude painting. It measures 81 by 65 centimeters and is currently housed at the Louvre in Paris, France.

The artwork depicts a young woman seated, her nudity partially draped by a red cloth. The subject, referred to as Mademoiselle Rose, is posed with one hand resting on her thigh and the other placed near her ankle. She is seated on a block apparently made of wood, which accentuates the naturalistic theme common in Romantic art. Her gaze is directed outward, meeting the viewer with a candid expression that might be read as being contemplative or self-assured. The flesh tones are rendered with a palpable sensitivity, emphasizing the softness of her skin. The background is subdued, featuring a mottled assortment of brown and greenish tones that do not detract from the subject, but rather enhance her form through contrast. The use of light is subtle, falling gently upon her body and creating a play of shadows that highlight the natural curvature and three-dimensionality of the figure. Delacroix’s brushwork is visible, contributing to an overall sense of intimacy and immediacy in his portrayal of the human form.

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