Portrait of a Woman n.d.

François-Joseph-Juste Sieurac's "Portrait of a Woman" is a delicate graphite drawing housed at The Art Institute of Chicago. The artist utilizes subtle shading to capture the soft features of the woman's face, partially obscured by a flowing veil. Sieurac’s masterful use of line and light creates a sense of intimacy and quietude, inviting the viewer to contemplate the sitter's enigmatic gaze. The drawing's small size further emphasizes the intimate nature of the portrait, making it a compelling example of Sieurac's skill in capturing individual character.