Iris c. 20th century

"Iris" is a charcoal drawing created by Herbert G. French in the early 20th century. The portrait depicts a young woman with long hair, and her gaze is directed toward the viewer. The soft, blended shading characteristic of French's work is evident in the piece, as is the artist's focus on capturing the delicate features of the sitter. This work, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, exemplifies the artist's mastery of the charcoal medium and his ability to evoke a sense of subtle emotion and melancholy in his subjects.