Head of a young woman
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a simple, quick sketch of a young woman’s face. The lines are light and loose, almost like a quick study. You can see her hair, neck, and the top of her shoulder, but nothing else. The paper looks worn, with some cracks and smudges. It’s drawn in a way that feels fast, like the artist was testing shapes and light. If you like this sketchy style, look up stippling next.
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