Small Bust Of A Young Girl 

This pastel drawing by French Symbolist painter Odilon Redon depicts a young girl's bust, rendered in soft, hazy tones. The girl's head is tilted down, creating a sense of introspection or melancholy. The background is a vibrant, almost abstract orange, contrasting with the cool blues and grays of the bust. Redon's work is known for its evocative imagery and exploration of the subconscious, and this piece exemplifies his interest in capturing the ethereal and enigmatic. This piece captures the artist's characteristic style and reflects the themes of Symbolism, which emerged as a response to the emphasis on realism in art during the late 19th century.