Olga Costa

Mexican, born Germany, 1913-1993

Explore selected works

The image is a line drawing of a person seated with their entire body depicted from head to toes. The person is shown sitting with legs bent underneath and arms resting by their side. The individual's facial features are simplified and include a neutral expression. They have long hair covered by a draped fabric, possibly a shawl, which also covers the shoulders and wraps around the body. The clothing or wrap is shown in flowing lines. The background is plain with no additional details, emphasizing the outlined figure.
Olga Costa, Woman Seated, probably 1940, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.105

Woman Seated

Olga Costa · probably 1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.105