The artwork titled “Standing Female Nude Seen from the Back” was created by Vincent van Gogh circa 1886 in Paris, France. Executed in chalk on paper, this piece belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and is classified as a sketch and study. Currently, the artwork is housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a female figure standing with her back turned to the viewer. The medium of chalk on paper allows for subtle gradations of shading, giving a sense of depth and texture to the subject’s form. The lines are deftly applied to capture the curves and contours of the figure, showcasing Van Gogh’s skill in rendering the human body. The choice of perspective emphasizes the musculature and natural posture of the female nude, while the use of light and shadow brings a dynamic quality to the composition. The background is simply rendered, allowing the focus to remain on the central figure and her graceful, yet robust, presence.
