Male Head 19th-20th century

Editor: So, this is "Male Head" by Denman Waldo Ross, a pencil drawing. It's interesting how the face is overlaid with a geometric grid. What strikes you most about this sketch? Curator: It’s like the artist is trying to find the ideal proportions, almost dissecting beauty itself. The grid isn’t cold though, is it? Instead, it feels like a roadmap to understanding, a tender exploration. Like the artist is searching for something true. Editor: I see what you mean. It's not just technical; there's a vulnerability in the process. Curator: Exactly! And isn't it wonderful to witness that intimate search? It makes me wonder about the face itself, the story it holds within the lines. Editor: Definitely gives me something to think about. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. Art is a mirror reflecting both the artist and ourselves, isn't it?