Kopfstudie zu ‘Arindal und Daura’ 1820 - 1855

This charcoal drawing by Johann Peter Krafft, a German artist of the early 19th century, is a study for his painting *Arindal und Daura*. The drawing depicts the head and shoulders of a female figure, captured in a moment of dramatic expression. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the carefully rendered features of the subject's face, particularly the emphasis on the eyes, mouth, and hair. The use of a delicate grey tone on a light background contributes to the overall sense of realism and depth.