Portrait of a young Moroccan 1928

"Portrait of a Young Moroccan" is a pastel drawing created by Russian artist Zinaida Serebriakova in 1928. The artwork features a young Moroccan man, likely a local, wearing traditional clothing, a vibrant turquoise tunic and a blue turban. The subject's contemplative gaze and folded hands convey a sense of quietude, highlighting the artist's keen eye for detail and capturing the essence of her subject. The expressive use of pastels creates a textured and luminous quality, further emphasizing the beauty and authenticity of the subject and their cultural heritage.