Woman Reading [Donna che legge]

Umberto Boccioni

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching depicting the upper half of a seated person holding and reading a piece of paper or a book. The facial features are faintly detailed, with textured hair. The clothing is simple, with broad strokes indicating a long-sleeved garment. The background is minimal, with cross-hatched shading creating a textured, abstract appearance. The etching conveys a mix of shadows through its varied line work.