Torso of Venus
- Artist
- Vincent van Gogh
- Date
- c.1886 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Sketch and study
- Location
- Van Gogh Museum
"Torso of Venus" by Vincent van Gogh, created around 1886 in Paris, France, exemplifies his exploration of the human form through raw, expressive techniques. Using charcoal on paper, van Gogh conducted sketch and study works that captured the natural style prevalent in Realism. The incomplete depiction emphasizes the study of anatomy, stripping away unnecessary detail, and revealing van Gogh's interest in the human torso’s form. This work highlights his early experimentation with depicting the human body, foreshadowing his later, more expressive brushwork.
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