Dancing girl, back 1872 - 1874

"Dancing Girl, Back" (1872-1874) is a graphite drawing by Finnish artist Helene Schjerfbeck. The artwork depicts a young woman in a simple dress, viewed from behind as she reaches her arm upward. The work showcases Schjerfbeck's early interest in figurative art, particularly the female form, and her meticulous use of line and shading. The drawing's simplicity and elegance reflect the artist's mastery of drawing and her ability to capture movement and emotion through a minimal composition.