December

About this work

This drawing depicts a person wrapped in a flowing robe, with their head covered by a hood. The figure stands with their feet bare, facing the viewer with their body turned slightly to the left. The robe is draped around their body, with one arm visible under the fabric. The background of the drawing is a solid, dark brown color, which provides a striking contrast to the lighter tones of the figure's robe. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the artist using subtle shading and texture to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. For more information on the artist's use of cross-hatching, look up Poynter, Edward John, Sir.