Studies of an Elderly Woman

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877, c. 1870–1890

The image shows multiple sketches of a person's head and upper body in various positions, focusing on profile and three-quarter views. The sketches depict the individual's head, neck, and shoulders, with one detailed drawing of a hand resting on a surface. The facial features are shaded, emphasizing prominent cheekbones and a nose. The hair is thin and combed back, suggesting maturity. The clothing hinted at is simple, and the background is plain, with the sketches positioned on neutral-toned paper. There are no visible jewelry or objects, apart from the resting hand.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877
Date
c. 1870–1890
Type
Drawing
Medium
graphite, charcoal, and gouache on gray wove paper
Dimensions
31.75 × 48.74 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows multiple sketches of a person's head and upper body in various positions, focusing on profile and three-quarter views. The sketches depict the individual's head, neck, and shoulders, with one detailed drawing of a hand resting on a surface. The facial features are shaded, emphasizing prominent cheekbones and a nose. The hair is thin and combed back, suggesting maturity. The clothing hinted at is simple, and the background is plain, with the sketches positioned on neutral-toned paper. There are no visible jewelry or objects, apart from the resting hand.

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877