Head of a Girl
1763
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1763
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a young woman’s face turned slightly away. Her hair is pulled back, and her neck is visible under a loose collar. The artist used soft lines and light shading to show her skin and features. The drawing looks unfinished, with some areas still rough. The artist focused on capturing her expression and the play of light on her face. Next, look up *sfumato* to see how this technique works in other artworks.
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