Untitled
1920
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1920
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a man's head in profile, facing left. His hair is cut short, and his eyes are cast downward. The background is a solid, off-white color. The man's features are rendered in delicate lines and subtle shading, giving the portrait a sense of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of silverpoint and pencil on prepared paper adds a level of detail and texture to the work. If you're interested in exploring more portraits like this one, you might want to check out the work of Joseph Stella, the artist behind this piece.