Man's Hat 1935 - 1942

"Man's Hat," a graphite drawing by Bessie Forman, depicts a black top hat rendered in meticulous detail. The artist's mastery of light and shadow creates a sense of volume and texture, capturing the smooth surface and subtle curves of the hat. Forman's minimalist composition centers the hat against a plain backdrop, emphasizing its form and presence. The artwork, completed between 1935 and 1942, exemplifies the artist's focus on still-life subjects, often exploring everyday objects with a sense of quiet observation.