Käsi, luonnos maalaukseen Iivana Julma ja hänen poikansa Ivan marraskuun 16. päivänä vuonna 1581

About this work

This sketch shows a single gloved hand resting on a flat surface. The fingers are slightly curled, and the drawing is done in soft pencil strokes. The glove covers the hand completely, with no details visible except the shape of the fingers pressing against the fabric. The artist focused on the hand’s form and texture, leaving the background plain. This sketch is part of a larger project about a historical moment, but here we only see the hand. Next, check out Repin, Ilja for more of his work.