Studies of Figures and Heads

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Associated Names
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Artist, Swiss, 1859 - 1923

The image features a collection of caricature sketches showing individuals in various poses. The sketches include profiles, three-quarter views, and partial upper bodies. The sketches depict people with exaggerated features like prominent noses and chins. The individuals in the sketches vary in age, expression, and style of hair. Some sketches show people holding props like a cane or wearing distinct accessories like hats. The background of the image is plain with no identifiable objects or scenery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Joseph F. McCrindle Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 38 x 27.9 cm (14 15/16 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2009.70.218.b

Associated Artworks

Three female figures are shown waist up, standing closely together. Each woman is depicted in a three-quarter view or profile, capturing their facial features. They are wearing flowing dresses or gowns. Two of the women have their hands together in a conversational pose. The background is plain, focusing on the trio. The drawing is in black and white with no color.

Gossiping Women

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

1859


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Artist's studio (Lugt 2341b)(estate sale, Paris, 29-30 April 1925); Joseph F. McCrindle [1923-2008], New York; Joseph F. McCrindle Foundation, 2008; gift to NGA, 2009.

Associated Names

Markings

artist's mark at lower right in purple ink: TA S (in square) (Lugt 2341b)

Wikidata ID

Q64633131

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