Artwork
Head of a Model
Head of a Model is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Head of a Model is a print by Alphonse Legros, created in 1884, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the side profile of a bearded man's head, conveying a sense of weariness through deep shadows under the eyes and along the jaw.
Technique & Style
Legros employed quick, sketchy lines to capture the texture of the subject's hair and beard, achieving a jagged, realistic effect. The work showcases strong contrasts between light and dark, a characteristic of the chiaroscuro technique.
Context
The print's aged appearance is evident in the faint marks around the edges of the paper, suggesting the passage of time since its creation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
