Female half figure 1844

Wilhelm Gentz's "Female half figure" from 1844 is a pencil drawing of a woman's head and shoulders. Gentz was a German artist known for his portraits and figure drawings. The drawing depicts a woman in profile, her head tilted slightly down, with her hair pulled back and a simple, loose garment around her neck. The work is notable for its delicate lines and the artist’s careful attention to detail in capturing the subject’s features. The drawing is now part of the Städel Museum collection, showcasing Gentz’s mastery of the pencil and his ability to convey the essence of his subjects with economy of line.