Listening

Walter Gramatté

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person from the shoulders up. The person is facing slightly to the right with a calm expression, downcast eyes, defined facial features, and short hair. They are depicted in a painterly style and are wearing clothing with a high collar. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held. In the background, abstract shapes and forms suggest an artistic setting with hints of a tree-like shapes. The composition is monochromatic with black strokes on a light background.