Figure Studies [recto]

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Associated Names
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Artist, Swiss, 1859 - 1923

The image shows sketches of women in various postures and views. The women are depicted wearing long coats, with styled hair and some wearing hats. The sketches include full-body figures in profile, as well as partial views focusing on hairstyles and coat details. The women's clothing features high collars, buttons, and folds, depicted with hatched lines. The background of the image is plain, emphasizing the figures and their fashion.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. Stephen Spector

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50 x 32.2 cm (19 11/16 x 12 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1977.55.1.a

Associated Artworks

The image shows multiple figures in different poses, drawn on a beige background. One figure in the center-right is standing, facing right, wearing a high-collared shirt. Another figure on the left is depicted with head and shoulders wearing a hat. A profile of a figure in a jacket is on the center-left. Below that, a figure with a mustache and beard is reaching forward. Additional sketches show heads with various facial features, including baldness and bushy eyebrows. The figures have formal clothing typical of the early 20th century. The drawing style is loose but detailed, capturing expressions and attire.

Figure Studies [verso]

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

1859

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right stamped: S (Lugt 2341b); in later hand, lower left in graphite: 24135

Wikidata ID

Q64633118

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