Untitled
1934
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1934
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a person sitting with their head tilted down, hands clasped in front of them. The drawing is loose and quick, mostly in pencil, with soft shading around the shoulders and arms. The face is simple but expressive, with just a few lines for the eyes and mouth. The artist left out most details, focusing on the shape and mood of the body. This kind of sketch often helps artists study poses and expressions before painting. Look up Yasuo Kuniyoshi to see more of his work.