Study of a Male Nude

Anonymous, French French

18th century

Not on view

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Title: Study of a Male Nude
Artist: Anonymous, French , 18th century
Date: 18th century
Medium: Red, black, and white chalk
Dimensions: Sheet: 21 7/16 × 16 15/16 in. (54.5 × 43 cm)
Classification: Drawings
Credit Line: Gift of Richard Barsam, in memory of Edgar Munhall, 2018
Object Number: 2018.590.6
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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