Artwork
Boy
Boy is a drawing by Rebecca Fortnum. It dates from 2005 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This drawing, titled 'Boy', is a portrait by British artist Rebecca Fortnum, created using pencil or charcoal.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a boy's face, rendered with careful lines, suggesting a focus on the subject's features and expression.
Technique & Style
The use of pencil or charcoal indicates a traditional drawing technique, emphasizing line and shading to capture the subject.
History & Provenance
Rebecca Fortnum, the artist, has an academic background in both English literature and fine art, and is affiliated with the University of the Arts, London.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rebecca Fortnum draws portraits that look you in the eye without pretense. Her 2005 work Boy shows a young figure sitting simply, pencil lines holding steady attention on the shape of a person rather than on flashy…
