Studies of an Elderly Woman Knitting

Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877, hacia 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.

Artista: Amerikanische Grafik 1869–1877
Fecha: hacia 1870–1890
Tipo: Dibujo
Técnica: graphite with white chalk and gouache on gray laid paper
Medidas: 25,08 × 31,12 cm
Colección: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia: Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

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