Study, Head of a Boy 1772 - 1782

"Study, Head of a Boy" is a red chalk drawing by Therèse Éléonore (Hemery) Lingée, a French artist born in 1753. Created between 1772 and 1782, the drawing depicts the profile of a young boy with curly hair, rendered with meticulous detail. The drawing is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City and showcases Lingée's skill in capturing the likeness and youthful innocence of her subject. This work exemplifies the tradition of academic figure drawing, popular in the 18th century, and serves as a testament to Lingée's talent as a draftsman.