Untitled
1924
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1924
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a side view of a face and neck, drawn in loose, quick lines. The hair is dark and wavy, the eyes are large and slightly tilted, and the nose is simple but clear. The background is just a plain sheet of paper, so the focus stays on the face. The artist used ink and pencil, blending them to create shadows and shape. The lines aren’t perfect—they look like they were drawn fast, almost like a first try. Next, check out Elie Nadelman to see more of his work.