Mannelijk naakt, staand, de linkerarm geheven 1724

Louis Fabritius Dubourg created this drawing, "Mannelijk naakt, staand, de linkerarm geheven", using pen in brown ink. The drawing presents a male nude figure, standing with his left arm raised, the composition strikes a balance between the detailed rendering of the figure and the sketch-like quality of the background. The choice of brown ink gives a monochromatic warmth to the image, enhancing the classical subject matter. The figure's pose—one arm lifted, the other resting on a plinth—suggests movement and dynamism, yet the overall effect is one of classical stillness. The precise linework and shading define the musculature, while the soft background evokes a sense of space. Dubourg uses line and shadow to create a contrast between the solid, well-defined body and the ethereal, almost dreamlike landscape. This contrast plays with our perception, questioning what is substantial versus what is merely suggested. Through careful articulation, the drawing engages in a broader conversation about form and representation, inviting contemplation on the interplay between the seen and the unseen.