Jeune fille debout, la main droite sur l’oreille 

This red chalk drawing, likely a study for a larger composition, features a young woman in a simple dress, her hand resting on her ear. Jean-Baptiste Greuze, known for his sentimental portraits and genre scenes, captures a moment of introspection, hinting at the emotional complexities of everyday life in 18th-century France. The artist's use of line and shading emphasizes the figure's form and conveys a sense of depth. The work is a testament to Greuze's skill as a draftsman and offers a glimpse into the preparatory process behind his renowned paintings.