Nude Drawing for Sale
Nude drawing is an artistic genre that aims to represent the human body in its natural state. In practice, nudity is rarely total, and the body is often highlighted with elements like drapery, the subject's hair, or various accessories. This artistic genre, focused on depicting the nude woman or the live model, has a long history and has been revisited by artists across many periods.
In its beginnings, only gods and supernatural beings were depicted without clothing. This approach was not of full nudity, but rather of the uncovered body. In fact, artists like Lucian Freud have distinguished between the terms "nude" and "naked," highlighting a subtle difference in how artistic nudity is perceived. This distinction enriches the understanding of how nude drawing has evolved throughout the centuries.
In the history of art, nude drawing has been viewed paradoxically. For example, with artists like Edouard Manet it sparked scandal, while with Eugène Delacroix, it was considered revolutionary. Others, like Gustave Courbet, dared to explore more explicit scenes, while artists like Egon Schiele glorified the nude woman and the female body. More recently, Tom Wesselmann faced criticism for drawings considered pornographic, while figures like Henri Matisse cut forms, and Marcel Duchamp explored cubist shapes, changing the way the human body was perceived in art.
Erotic drawing has also evolved to be seen not only as a form of artistic expression but also as a technique for studying the beauty of the human body. Over the centuries, the live model has been a central point in art education, and drawing classes have developed this form of art in depth. This genre is essential for the training of professional artists as well as for amateur artists who seek to deepen their understanding of body representation.
If you wish to explore this fascinating genre further, Artsper offers a vast selection of nude drawings, from Renaissance classics to contemporary artists. Discover how the live model, charcoal drawings, and nude drawings are approached today. Whether you're interested in abstract art or classical drawing, these works continue to inspire many creators.
The evolution of nude drawing over the centuries shows how perceptions of women, the human body, and nudity have changed. Dive into this fascinating world where art and sensuality meet, and let yourself be inspired by the many representations of live models that enrich the history of art.
Sandrine Verdier
Fine Art Drawings - 59.4 x 42 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23.4 x 16.5 x 0.2 inch
€450
Katarzyna Zygadlewicz
Fine Art Drawings - 41 x 30 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16.1 x 11.8 x 0 inch
€490
Isabella Kretzdorn
Fine Art Drawings - 64 x 46 x 2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.2 x 18.1 x 0.8 inch
€950
Gaspard Maillol
Fine Art Drawings - 27.5 x 24.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 10.8 x 9.6 x 0 inch
€400
Jose Luis De la Barra Bellido
Fine Art Drawings - 40.6 x 30.5 x 2.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16 x 12 x 1 inch
€266
Antoniucci Volti
Fine Art Drawings - 75 x 53 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 29.5 x 20.9 x 0.4 inch
€1,800
Frédérique Maillart
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 30 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 11.8 x 0 inch
€480
Gabriel Moreno
Fine Art Drawings - 200 x 200 x 7 cm Fine Art Drawings - 78.7 x 78.7 x 2.8 inch
€35,000
Stàn Bert Singer
Fine Art Drawings - 42 x 29.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16.5 x 11.6 x 0 inch
€5,400
Aldous Eveleigh
Fine Art Drawings - 59.5 x 42 x 0.01 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23.4 x 16.5 x 0 inch
€550
Bertrand Mogniat-Duclos
Fine Art Drawings - 37 x 29 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14.6 x 11.4 x 0.4 inch
€90
Camille Hilaire
Fine Art Drawings - 35.5 x 48 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14 x 18.9 x 0 inch
€1,150
Franciszek Starowieyski
Fine Art Drawings - 32.5 x 50 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.8 x 19.7 inch
€2,400
Camille Hilaire
Fine Art Drawings - 50.8 x 65 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 20 x 25.6 x 0 inch
€1,500
Camille Hilaire
Fine Art Drawings - 48 x 36 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 18.9 x 14.2 x 0 inch
€1,150
Manuel Santelices
Fine Art Drawings - 30.5 x 22.9 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12 x 9 x 0.1 inch
€1,328
Claude Weisbuch
Fine Art Drawings - 39 x 29 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15.4 x 11.4 x 0 inch
€1,300
Christophe Hohler
Fine Art Drawings - 76 x 55.5 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 29.9 x 21.9 x 0.1 inch
€1,800
Kristina Mallen
Fine Art Drawings - 36 x 48 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14.2 x 18.9 x 0 inch
€850 €595
Christophe Hohler
Fine Art Drawings - 76 x 56 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 29.9 x 22 x 0 inch
€1,950
Dean Tavoularis
Fine Art Drawings - 35 x 27 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 13.8 x 10.6 x 0.4 inch
€1,200 €1,080
Juliane Hundertmark
Fine Art Drawings - 70 x 50 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch
€2,000
Clotaire Lehoux
Fine Art Drawings - 200 x 150 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 78.7 x 59.1 x 0.1 inch
€2,000 €1,800
Tamar Darchiashvili
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 70 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 27.6 x 0 inch
€960
Franciszek Starowieyski
Fine Art Drawings - 29.6 x 42 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.7 x 16.5 inch
€1,800
Dean Tavoularis
Fine Art Drawings - 37 x 30 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14.6 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch
€1,000
Dean Tavoularis
Fine Art Drawings - 35 x 27 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 13.8 x 10.6 x 0.4 inch
€1,000
Juliane Hundertmark
Fine Art Drawings - 70 x 50 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 27.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch
€2,000
Franciszek Starowieyski
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 32 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 12.6 x 0.1 inch
€2,400
Iana Cherepansky
Fine Art Drawings - 40 x 30 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15.7 x 11.8 x 0 inch
€1,328
Kateryna Kostyk
Fine Art Drawings - 100 x 70 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 39.4 x 27.6 x 0 inch
€2,250
Kateryna Kostyk
Fine Art Drawings - 99.4 x 70 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 39.1 x 27.6 x 0 inch
€1,190
Kateryna Kostyk
Fine Art Drawings - 70 x 100 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 27.6 x 39.4 x 0 inch
€1,190
Clara Castagné
Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 21.5 x 1.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 8.5 x 0.6 inch
€700
Marina Lukianova
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 70 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 27.6 x 0 inch
€1,239
Sergey Kamennoy
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 50 x 2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
€1,800
Anastacia Kevich
Fine Art Drawings - 40 x 40 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.1 inch
€797
Manuel Santelices
Fine Art Drawings - 38.1 x 27.9 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15 x 11 x 0.1 inch
€841
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Drawing the naked human body is a common exercise known as 'life drawing' that lets artists practice depicting the human figure. Artists also draw nude art for various other reasons, such as to represent the beauty of the human form or to express human emotion.
The main three types of drawing are realistic, symbolic, and expressive. Realistic drawing aims to imitate life, while symbolic drawing points to an outside meaning, and expressive drawing aims to communicate emotion to its viewer.
A full body drawing is referred to commonly as a figure drawing or a life drawing.