Head of a Young Woman
1785
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1785
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting shows a young woman's head, looking gentle and soft. Her facial expression is subtle, conveying a sense of quiet emotion. The artist likely drew this as a close-up study for a larger scene, which is interesting because it shows how he focused on individual emotions in his work. Check out the museum where this painting is held, The Cleveland Museum of Art.