George Alexander McKinlock Jr. (1893-1918) 1908

Editor: Here we have Albert Sterner's pencil drawing of George Alexander McKinlock Jr. I find the subject looks quite pensive. What do you see in this portrait? Curator: Well, the delicacy of Sterner’s lines and the almost photographic realism give it a poignant feel, knowing McKinlock died so young in World War I. It's more than just a likeness; it captures a lost moment. What do you think he's pondering? Editor: Perhaps the future? It's interesting how a simple drawing can evoke such a strong sense of melancholy and fleeting youth.