#19806 Manuel Angeles Ortiz

The drawing presents a female figure in a standing pose, rendered in a monochrome style with visible pencil strokes. The subject is nude, and her body exhibits a certain degree of stylized exaggeration – particularly in the curves of her hips and thighs. Her head is tilted slightly, and she gazes directly outward, creating a sense of engagement with the viewer. One arm is raised, bent at the elbow, with the hand positioned near her shoulder; the other hangs loosely by her side. The artist has indicated hair gathered up into a bun or coil atop her head.
The drawing’s simplicity in terms of tonal range and line work emphasizes form over detail. Shading is minimal, used primarily to suggest volume and contour rather than creating realistic depth. This approach contributes to the figures somewhat abstracted quality. The lines are fluid yet decisive, suggesting a rapid execution focused on capturing essential shapes and gestures.
Subtleties in the posture hint at an underlying narrative. The raised arm could be interpreted as a gesture of self-awareness or perhaps even a slight defensiveness. Her direct gaze suggests confidence, but also a potential vulnerability. The overall impression is one of controlled sensuality, where the artist seems less interested in purely erotic depiction and more concerned with exploring the figures presence and psychological state.
The signature at the bottom right corner, along with the date 1926, provides contextual information without dictating interpretation. It anchors the work within a specific historical moment, suggesting an engagement with contemporary artistic trends that prioritized expressive line and simplified forms.