Charcoal on paper, this bust study reveals a mastery of light, shadow, and form. The contours are sharply defined, lending a sculptural presence to the two-dimensional surface, while the gaze and stylized facial structure suggest classical influence reinterpreted through early modernist sensibilities. The drawing is preserved in a muted grey frame that complements the tonal range of the work and adds to its timeless aesthetic.

“Quiet and contemplative—this would anchor a hallway or reading nook with a sense of quiet strength.”

France, circa 1900

Dimensions: 19W x 0.5D x 24.5H