A sculptural pose where the human figure stands with weight shifted to one leg, creating an S-curve through the body with opposing angles in the hips and shoulders. This technique creates a sense of dynamic movement and naturalistic balance.
From Italian 'contrapposto' meaning 'set against' or 'counterposed,' from Latin 'contra' (against) and 'positus' (placed). The term describes how different parts of the body are positioned in opposition to create natural, relaxed poses rather than rigid symmetry.
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