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.

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Fine Art Drawings, N222, Maria Vanishvili

N222

Maria Vanishvili

Fine Art Drawings - 61 x 43 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 24 x 16.9 x 0.1 inch

$421

Fine Art Drawings, October girl, Isabelle Hirtzig

October girl

Isabelle Hirtzig

Fine Art Drawings - 29.7 x 21 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.7 x 8.3 x 0 inch

$111

Fine Art Drawings, Marilyn, Karine Nicolleau

Marilyn

Karine Nicolleau

Fine Art Drawings - 29.5 x 23.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.6 x 9.3 x 0 inch

$234

Fine Art Drawings, Sans titre, Davood Koochaki

Sans titre

Davood Koochaki

Fine Art Drawings - 40 x 27 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15.7 x 10.6 inch

$2,106

Fine Art Drawings, Nude, Robert Fontene

Nude

Robert Fontene

Fine Art Drawings - 24 x 18 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.4 x 7.1 x 0.1 inch

$351

Fine Art Drawings, Nude, Robert Fontene

Nude

Robert Fontene

Fine Art Drawings - 19 x 13 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 7.5 x 5.1 x 0.1 inch

$445

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 9, Agur

Untitled 9

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 24 x 32 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.4 x 12.6 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 8, Agur

Untitled 8

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 24 x 32 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.4 x 12.6 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 7, Agur

Untitled 7

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 6, Agur

Untitled 6

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 5, Agur

Untitled 5

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 067, Agur

067

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 066, Agur

066

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 065, Agur

065

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 064, Agur

064

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 063, Agur

063

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, 061, Agur

061

Agur

Fine Art Drawings - 32 x 24 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 12.6 x 9.4 x 0.2 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Home party, Alcides Calizaya

Home party

Alcides Calizaya

Fine Art Drawings - 90 x 120 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 35.4 x 47.2 x 0.2 inch

$948

Fine Art Drawings, Nude V, Fredy Escobar Vega

Nude V

Fredy Escobar Vega

Fine Art Drawings - 30 x 42 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.8 x 16.5 inch

$386

Fine Art Drawings, Eve, Fredy Escobar Vega

Eve

Fredy Escobar Vega

Fine Art Drawings - 42 x 29.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16.5 x 11.6 inch

$351

Fine Art Drawings, 1952 Paris Muse, Kam Zin Choon

1952 Paris Muse

Kam Zin Choon

Fine Art Drawings - 54 x 48 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 21.3 x 18.9 x 0.2 inch

$11,641

Fine Art Drawings, Nude, Jean-Raymond Delpech

Nude

Jean-Raymond Delpech

Fine Art Drawings - 40 x 60 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 15.7 x 23.6 x 0 inch

$351

Fine Art Drawings, Waiting, Valeria Popova

Waiting

Valeria Popova

Fine Art Drawings - 25 x 45 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.8 x 17.7 x 0.4 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, With my dog, Valeria Popova

With my dog

Valeria Popova

Fine Art Drawings - 25 x 37 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.8 x 14.6 x 0.4 inch

$409

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled 34, Reem Yassouf

Untitled 34

Reem Yassouf

Fine Art Drawings - 42 x 32 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16.5 x 12.6 inch

$300

Fine Art Drawings, Portrait, Eugene Berman

Portrait

Eugene Berman

Fine Art Drawings - 24 x 18 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 9.4 x 7.1 x 0 inch

$526

Fine Art Drawings, Le Lapin, Karine Secret

Le Lapin

Karine Secret

Fine Art Drawings - 29 x 21 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.4 x 8.3 inch

$322

Fine Art Drawings, Untitled, Juan C. Estrada

Untitled

Juan C. Estrada

Fine Art Drawings - 86.4 x 63.5 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 34 x 25 x 0.1 inch

$1,200

Fine Art Drawings, Para Celso, Enrique Grau

Para Celso

Enrique Grau

Fine Art Drawings - 58.4 x 45.7 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 23 x 18 x 0.1 inch

$3,000

Fine Art Drawings, Sanguine ref 2, Jean Laniau

Sanguine ref 2

Jean Laniau

Fine Art Drawings - 74 x 58 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 29.1 x 22.8 x 0.2 inch

$281

Fine Art Drawings, Sans titre, Davood Koochaki

Sans titre

Davood Koochaki

Fine Art Drawings - 42 x 28 cm Fine Art Drawings - 16.5 x 11 inch

$2,691

Fine Art Drawings, Mathilda, Gino Charpentier

Mathilda

Gino Charpentier

Fine Art Drawings - 65 x 50 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch

$468

Fine Art Drawings, Amphore, Gino Charpentier

Amphore

Gino Charpentier

Fine Art Drawings - 65 x 50 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch

$468

Fine Art Drawings, Méditation, Gino Charpentier

Méditation

Gino Charpentier

Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 65 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 25.6 x 0 inch

$468

Fine Art Drawings, Cathédrale, Gino Charpentier

Cathédrale

Gino Charpentier

Fine Art Drawings - 65 x 50 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch

$468

Fine Art Drawings, Duchándome, Celso Castro

Duchándome

Celso Castro

Fine Art Drawings - 49.5 x 34.9 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.5 x 13.75 x 0.1 inch

$500

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Why do people draw nude art?

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.  

What are the 3 types of drawing?

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.

What is a full body drawing called?

A full body drawing is referred to commonly as a figure drawing or a life drawing.