Eye and Part of Face; A Breton Woman and Two Men [recto]

1884-1888

Paul Gauguin

Associated Names
Paul Gauguin

Artist, French, 1848 - 1903

This is a drawing with abstract sketches on a sheet. The sketches are separated by a thin line. On the left side, there is an abstract sketch with an eye-like form surrounded by shaded areas and flowing lines. On the right side, there are three bust and head sketches of varying detail. One sketch has simplified linework, another appears to depict a person with a head covering, and a more detailed profile of a figure with a thoughtful pose and one arm bent. The drawing has sparse and light pencil shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and crayon on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    The Armand Hammer Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 16.9 x 22.7 cm (6 5/8 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1991.217.51.a

  • Series Title

    Breton Sketchbook, No. 16

Associated Artworks

This is a drawing of various sketches on a two-page spread. The left page features abstract sketches, including a profile with geometric features, a circular figure, a simple head form, and other line drawings. Some cursive writing is present alongside these sketches. The right page contains more detailed sketches such as a person wearing a hat and coat, and two figures composed of quick lines. The drawings are executed with a rough and fluid hand, emphasizing lines and shapes.

A Caricature and Five Forms; A Man in Profile, a Winged Creature and a Boy [verso]

Paul Gauguin

1884

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Henri Mahaut, Cherbourg, purchased before World War I; Private Collection, USA; Armand Hammer Collection, Los Angeles, 1967; gift to NGA 1991

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64618998

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