Head 1879

"Head" is a graphite drawing created in 1879 by the French artist Alphonse Legros. The drawing depicts the head and shoulders of a woman with her eyes closed, rendered with meticulous detail and subtle shading. Legros was a key figure in the Realist movement and is known for his dark and often melancholic depictions of figures. His use of hatching and cross-hatching create a sense of depth and texture, characteristic of his style.