Studies of an Elderly Woman Knitting

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877, c. 1870–1890

This image shows two side profiles of an elderly person, focusing on the head, face, and hands. The profiles depict the individual turned to the left and from the chest up. The face displays distinct features such as a sharp nose, high cheekbones, and wrinkles. The hair is sparse and pulled back tightly. The hands are detailed, possibly engaged in an activity like knitting or using tools. They appear bony with visible knuckles and no visible jewelry. The background is a textured paper with no distinct elements, featuring some light smudges and sketch markings.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877
Date
c. 1870–1890
Type
Drawing
Medium
graphite with white chalk and gouache on gray laid paper
Dimensions
25.08 × 31.12 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This image shows two side profiles of an elderly person, focusing on the head, face, and hands. The profiles depict the individual turned to the left and from the chest up. The face displays distinct features such as a sharp nose, high cheekbones, and wrinkles. The hair is sparse and pulled back tightly. The hands are detailed, possibly engaged in an activity like knitting or using tools. They appear bony with visible knuckles and no visible jewelry. The background is a textured paper with no distinct elements, featuring some light smudges and sketch markings.

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877