Study of a Mask

alphonselegros

drawing

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

coffee painting

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

Alphonse Legros, a prominent Realist artist, created this charcoal drawing titled "Study of a Mask." The artwork depicts a mask in profile, with the mouth agape, revealing a twisted, grotesque expression. The detailed rendering of the mask's features emphasizes the artist's interest in capturing the human form and its potential for both beauty and ugliness. This study showcases Legros's adeptness in using charcoal to create depth and texture.