Seeking the Reference c. 1910

"Seeking the Reference" is a pencil drawing by the Italian-American artist Joseph Stella, created around 1910. The artwork portrays a man seated at a desk, seemingly lost in thought while studying a book. The artist's signature, "Joseph Stella," is visible at the bottom of the drawing. This piece, executed in a loose and expressive style, showcases Stella's adeptness in capturing the essence of human contemplation through simple yet powerful lines. The drawing, measuring 15.9 x 12.7 cm, offers a glimpse into the artist's early artistic development and his interest in capturing the human experience through meticulous observation.