Isabella – Head study of the Youth 1848

"Isabella – Head study of the Youth" is a pencil drawing created by Sir John Everett Millais in 1848. This study, featuring a youthful female subject in profile, highlights Millais's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of drawing techniques. The subject's delicate features and short hair are rendered with precision, capturing a moment of introspection. Millais's masterful use of shading creates a sense of volume and depth, bringing the figure to life. This study likely served as preparatory work for a larger painting, showcasing the artist's rigorous approach to his art.