Reclining Nude by Leonard May
Dimensions: 67 x 54 cm
Medium: Charcoal and pastel on paper
Signature: Signed upper left
Condition: Good; paper slightly toned with minor age spots
A captivating and sensitively rendered life study by British artist Leonard May, this drawing exemplifies the elegance and economy of line in figurative work. The reclining nude is depicted from behind, sketched with confident charcoal strokes and warm pastel highlights. The background features soft, expressive shading in burnt sienna and black, adding depth and atmosphere to the minimalist composition.
The model’s form is both sculptural and intimate, offering a timeless celebration of the human figure. Signed by the artist and framed in a vintage whitewashed frame, this piece is ideal for collectors of academic drawing, life studies, or 20th-century British art.
