Studies of Hands [recto]

Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.

1880

chalk

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

About this work

You're looking at a drawing of hands. There are three hands drawn on the paper, each in a different position. One hand is curled up, while the other two are more relaxed. The drawing is done in graphite and white and black chalk on wove paper. The hands are drawn in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you like this kind of realistic drawing, you might want to check out the movement of Realism.