Male Nude
The Met
Artist: Edgar Degas(French, Paris 1834–1917 Paris)
Date: 1856
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 13 3/4 x 24 1/4 in. (34.9 x 61.6 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Philip and Catherine Korsant, 2007
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A nude, bearded man lies horizontally with closed eyes on a dark, rough surface
Detailed Description
The painting depicts a nude male figure lying horizontally on a dark, textured surface. The man's body is positioned diagonally across the canvas, with his head towards the upper left and his feet towards the lower right. He has a pale complexion, dark brown hair, and a short, dark beard. His eyes are closed, and his head rests on a small, dark teal or blue cloth. His left arm is bent, with his hand near his head, while his right arm extends downwards, his hand resting on the brown surface. The man's torso is visible, showing some subtle red marks on his chest. His legs are bent at the knees, and his feet are partially visible towards the right. The surface he lies upon appears to be a rough, light brown wooden plank or bed, with visible brushstrokes and texture. The background is a deep, dark brown, almost black, offering no distinct features and creating a stark contrast with the illuminated figure. The lighting highlights the contours of the man's body, casting subtle shadows.
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