Artwork
Tête de Jeune Fille
Tête de Jeune Fille is a print by the Romanticist artist Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1969.504
About this work
Overview
Tête de Jeune Fille is a print created by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes in 1861. It is a representative work by the French artist, known for his murals and influential role in the art world.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the head and neck of a young girl with her hair tied back in a simple bow. Her calm and steady gaze is rendered with soft shading, creating a serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines and smooth blends of light and shadow, giving it an unfinished, sketch-like quality. The artist's signature is discreetly placed in the corner.
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Artist
Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (French pronunciation:; 14 December 1824 – 24 October 1898) was a French painter known for his mural painting, who came to be known as "the painter for France".
