Kroppelfiguren

Kroppelfiguren is a term used in Swedish to denote a representative figure of the human body used as a schematic or simplified depiction. They function as visual tools to study anatomy, proportion, movement, and fit in various disciplines such as education, design, and art.

The forms range from simple 2D line drawings and silhouettes to full-scale anatomical diagrams and physical or digital mannequins. In figure drawing and art education, Kroppelfigurer help students learn proportions and gesture, while in fashion and garment making they serve as templates for pattern development and sizing. In ergonomics and product design, they are used to analyze how people interact with objects and spaces, and in animation and robotics they provide foundations for digital avatars and motion studies.

Historically, the concept derives from classical life drawing and anatomical study. With the advent of digital modeling, Kroppelfigurer can be created as 3D models from scans or parametric figures, enabling precise measurements and customization for different populations. Proportions vary by age, gender, culture, and purpose, and contemporary usage often combines standardized templates with data-driven adjustments to reflect diversity and individual needs.

Today, the term covers both traditional educational drawings and modern 3D representations widely used in Swedish contexts for teaching, design, and visualization of the human body.