Shy girl. Study for the painting 'The Janitor, who gives an apartment to her mistress' 1864

"Shy Girl. Study for the painting 'The Janitor, who gives an apartment to her mistress'" is a charcoal drawing by Vasily Perov, a prominent Russian realist artist of the 19th century. This study captures a young woman in a fur-trimmed cloak, her face obscured by the hood, suggesting a sense of shame or vulnerability. Perov's drawing demonstrates his masterful use of line and shading, effectively conveying the figure's posture and the texture of the fabrics. The work serves as a preparatory study for his larger painting "The Janitor, who gives an apartment to her mistress", highlighting his focus on social issues and the lives of ordinary people.