Prøveplade: Ungt pigehoved, med fletning 1901

"Prøveplade: Ungt pigehoved, med fletning" is a 1901 etching by Danish artist Frans Schwartz. The artwork, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a young girl's head in profile, her hair intricately braided. Schwartz's meticulous technique, evident in the detailed rendering of the girl's features and hair, exemplifies his mastery of the etching medium. The small scale of the artwork (90 mm x 82 mm) suggests a focus on intimacy and detailed observation, typical of Schwartz's portraiture. This work is a testament to Schwartz's talent for capturing the delicate beauty of youth and the intricate details of human form.