About this objectAlthough seemingly unfinished, this work allows a fascinating insight into the working practices of Nicholas Horsfield, a teacher at the Liverpool School of Art between 1956 and 1982.
Horsfield would place dots around the paper, denoting key spots of the composition, which would enable him to draw the correct proportions of his models.
MakerHorsfield, Nicholas (1917-2005)
Maker Roledraughtsman
Period20th century
Style and IconographyNude
Style and IconographyLife drawing
Techniquepencil on paper
Measurementsheight: 38.5cm
width: 28cm
Credit LineGifted by the family of Nicholas Horsfield, 2012