William Butler Yeats 1898

sarahpurser

portrait image

charcoal drawing

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

portrait drawing

facial study

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

"William Butler Yeats" is a portrait of the renowned Irish poet and playwright William Butler Yeats, created by Sarah Purser in 1898. Purser, a prominent Irish portraitist, captured Yeats's contemplative gaze and refined features with a delicate touch. The use of charcoal and pastel creates a subtle yet powerful atmosphere, highlighting the subject's intellectual aura. This artwork is a testament to Purser's skill in capturing the essence of her subjects and the enduring legacy of Yeats as a literary giant.