Dawn (Head of Hypnos) 1901

Simeon Solomon's 1901 chalk drawing, "Dawn (Head of Hypnos)", depicts a youthful, androgynous figure in profile, their eyes closed and head slightly tilted. The soft, muted tones and hazy background evoke a sense of tranquility, reflecting the artist's fascination with the figure of Hypnos, the Greek god of sleep. The delicate lines and subtle shading create a dreamlike atmosphere, capturing the ethereal quality of dawn and the transition into slumber. This piece, currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlights Solomon's stylistic departure from the Pre-Raphaelite movement, incorporating a more refined and introspective approach.