Etude d’enfant pour ‘L’Enfance de sainte Geneviève’ 

This charcoal drawing by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes is an *étude* for his painting *L’Enfance de sainte Geneviève*. The study focuses on the figure of a young girl, likely Saint Genevieve herself, as she sits with her legs drawn up, her head resting on her arm. The drawing, created in the 19th century, demonstrates the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his skill in capturing the human form. The *étude* serves as a preparatory sketch for the larger painting, providing insights into the artist's compositional and stylistic choices. The simple yet elegant lines of the charcoal evoke a sense of grace and vulnerability, making this work a compelling example of Puvis de Chavannes's artistic vision.