This oil painting from 1912 presents a nude male figure set against a matte, charcoal-gray background, rendered on an oval wooden panel. The color palette is dominated by warm ochres and muted yellows that shape the body, complemented by subtle greenish undertones, lending the figure a slightly cool, almost marble-like quality. The deep, dark background accentuates the clarity of the silhouette. The visible brushwork creates a pronounced, matte texture, while the anatomical details are simplified in keeping with the artist's naturalistic yet restrained approach. A thin, dark rod or staff runs diagonally across the model's torso, introducing compositional dynamism. The painting is housed in its original wide oval wooden frame, finished in glossy black lacquer; minor signs of age—small scratches and scuffs—are present but do not affect its structural integrity or coherence. The artwork is protected by clear glass, and the lower right corner bears the signature 'C.M. 1912,' confirming its authenticity and date. It is preserved in very good condition, with no significant damage or evidence of restoration.The work resonates with the voice of the early twentieth century—a time when modernism was searching for its own expressive language. The model’s body, introspective and subtly outlined, evokes a moment of quiet observation in the artist’s studio. The interplay of soft light and matte surface creates an atmosphere of intimacy, where each shadow and stroke reflects a pursuit of mood and contemplation. The rod crossing the torso can be read both as
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Height35 cm
Depth2 cm
Width29 cm
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Width29 cm
Height35 cm
Depth2 cm
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