“Selected Details after Courbet,” created by Marcel Duchamp in 1968, is an aquatint and etching on paper that belongs to the art movement of Expressionism. This artwork, which measures 34.5 x 23.2 cm, is part of Duchamp’s series “The Large Glass and Related Works, with Nine Etchings by Marcel Duchamp on the Theme of The Lovers.” It is classified under the genre of nude painting (nu) and is currently housed in the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA, US.
The artwork is a delicate etching resembling a sketch of a seated nude figure, captured with minimalistic yet expressive line work. The figure appears in a contemplative pose, with hands brought near the face, and is complemented by the presence of a bird at the lower right corner. The simplicity and subtlety of the lines create a sense of intimacy and introspection, characteristic of Duchamp’s nuanced approach to form and expression. The use of aquatint lends a sense of depth and texture to this delicate piece, reinforcing its thematic and stylistic coherence within the series.
