The drawing displays a person seated in a side profile, holding a piece of paper close to their chest. The individual's head is turned to the side, revealing a soft facial profile and short hair. Their attire includes a long skirt, a fitted top, a coat with fluffy cuffs, and simple, flat shoes. The background is plain. The image is rendered in shades of grey, creating a classic, timeless feel.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1879
- Medium
- charcoal and black chalk with stumping and erasing, heightened with white chalk, on blue wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3744 × 5712 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original