Antti maalaa
1913
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1913
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This drawing shows a young girl sitting at a table, intently focused on her work. She has a ponytail and is holding a pencil in her right hand, poised over a piece of paper. The table in front of her has a few papers and what appears to be a cup or bowl. The drawing style is loose and expressive, with bold lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of quiet concentration, as if the girl is completely absorbed in her task. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to look into cross-hatching.
