Head of a Child (Emmanuel) 1898

Charles Angrand's 1898 charcoal drawing, *Head of a Child (Emmanuel)*, depicts a child's head in a state of soft, dreamlike obscurity. The child is barely visible, his features obscured by a haze of light and shadow, evoking a sense of mystery and introspection. This piece exemplifies Angrand's distinct artistic style, known for its subtle use of light and shadow and a preference for blurred and indistinct forms. The work's ethereal quality and its focus on a single, intimate subject exemplify the themes of childhood, vulnerability, and the passage of time that often appear in his work.