Robert Laurent

American, born France, 1890 - 1970

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The image depicts a stylized illustration of a person's face and a portion of their neck and shoulder. The person's head is slightly tilted, creating a dynamic angle. The features are exaggerated with bold black lines and sharp curves. The facial features include almond-shaped eyes, eyebrows that arch smoothly, outlined lips, and minimal details for a nose. The hair is represented with sweeping lines falling across the forehead and side. A small triangular detail on the shoulder could suggest clothing. The background is plain white with no additional elements.
Robert Laurent, Untitled (La Beaute), 1944, woodcut, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3067

Untitled (La Beaute)

Robert Laurent · 1944 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3067

The image features a drawing of a person's head and partial upper body. The individual is resting the side of their face against a surface, with their head tilted and supported by one hand. Their facial features include large eyes looking to the side and a subtle smile. The person has dark, straight hair with a slight wave or curvature, falling just above the shoulders with a fringe covering the forehead. They are wearing a garment with draped fabric on one shoulder, indicated by soft lines forming folds. The background is a plain, light color, with the signature "LAURENT" in the bottom left corner.
Robert Laurent, Parisienne, c. 1930-1935, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3066

Parisienne

Robert Laurent · c. 1930-1935 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3066