Biddende non by Carel Christiaan Antony Last

Biddende non 1849

pencil drawn

light pencil work

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

pencil work

tonal art

"Biddende non" (Praying Nun) is a lithograph created by Carel Christiaan Antony Last in 1849. The artwork depicts a nun in prayer, her head bowed in contemplation. Last, known for his portraiture, captures the nun's devotion through her posture and facial expression. This work reflects the religious sentiment prevalent in 19th-century art, often depicting scenes of faith and spirituality. The lithograph, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Last's talent for portraying human emotion in detail.