Standing Nude

Albino Cavallito, Standing Nude, 1930-1931, terra cotta, 8 784 343 12 in. (22.412.28.8 cm.), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Julia A. Sullivan, 1971.444

Artwork Details

Title
Standing Nude
Date
1930-1931
Dimensions
8 784 343 12 in. (22.412.28.8 cm.)
Credit Line
Gift of Julia A. Sullivan
Mediums
Mediums Description
terra cotta
Classifications
Subjects
  • Figure female — nude
Object Number
1971.444

Artwork Description

Albino Cavallito modeled Standing Nude from terra-cotta in the early 1930s. The rough texture of the clay resembles dimpled flesh, emphasizing the figure’s immense limbs and obvious weight. The defiant stance and oversized legs convey an intimidating personality.

Works by this artist (1 item)

Victor Perelli, Fishing Station, Long Island Sound, ca. 1939-1943, oil on canvas, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Transfer from the White House through the General Services Administration, 1976.142.1
Fishing Station, Long Island Sound
Dateca. 1939-1943
oil on canvas
Not on view