Meisjeskopje, neerziend naar rechts 1861 - 1918

"Meisjeskopje, neerziend naar rechts" (Girl's Head, Looking Down to the Right) is a charcoal drawing created by Dutch artist Thérèse Schwartze between 1861 and 1918. The delicate, expressive lines of the drawing capture the essence of a young girl, her head tilted down, and her gaze directed towards the right side of the composition. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Schwartze's talent for capturing subtle emotions and expressions through a simple yet powerful medium. This intimate portrait, with its soft shadows and nuanced details, epitomizes the artistic sensibilities of the late 19th century.