Etude de femme (Study of a Woman)

Lapierre

National Gallery of Art

This image is a detailed sketch of a person's head and shoulders. The person is seen sideways, with their head tilted slightly upwards to the right. They have a youthful face with prominent cheekbones, a softly rounded nose, and full lips. The individual has long, dark hair styled in waves around their face. The clothing is minimal and draped loosely over the shoulders. There is no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain, but surrounded by dynamic lines and shading to highlight the subject's profile. There is a signature or inscription in the upper left corner of the image.