Oils: Germany

Polyclietus sculpted massive figures with thick thighs and firm buttocks, perhaps a stylistic influence from Egypt?  The contrepasto swerve is masterfully and subtly suggested in the forms of the abdomen.  I fell in love...

This piece is life size, allowing negative space for the missing head, neck, arms and lower legs.  Created in the studio using the mixed technique from a value study done in pencil.