Senegalese soldier 1928

Zinaida Serebriakova's 1928 charcoal and pastel drawing "Senegalese Soldier" depicts a young man in a white uniform and red beret, with his arms crossed, gazing directly at the viewer. The artist, known for her refined drawings of figures, captures the subject's dignity and quiet strength. The subtle shading and use of color lend a sense of depth and realism to the portrait, highlighting the subject's features and the texture of his clothing.