Borstbeeld van een jonge vrouw, naar links 1770 - 1837

"Borstbeeld van een jonge vrouw, naar links" is a delicate pencil drawing by Dutch artist Taco (I) Scheltema, dating back to the late 18th or early 19th century. The drawing depicts the bust of a young woman, rendered in a simple, elegant style, capturing her youthful beauty through subtle lines and shading. The work exemplifies Scheltema's mastery of portraiture, highlighting his talent for capturing the essence of his subjects with a sense of realism. The composition is straightforward, placing the woman's profile against a lightly shaded background, creating a sense of focus and depth.