Artwork
Study of a Child's Head and Study of a Woman's Hand and Drapery
Study of a Child's Head and Study of a Woman's Hand and Drapery is a drawing by Jules Abel Faivre. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Study of a Child's Head and Study of a Woman's Hand and Drapery is a drawing by Jules Abel Faivre, dated circa 1916, currently in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two primary subjects: a woman with her face averted, characterized by loose, warm-toned hair and a relaxed hand position, and a separate study of draped fabric adjacent to her. Notably, the 'Child's Head' referenced in the title is not visually apparent in the described composition, suggesting either an error in the title or an element not captured in the provided visual note.
Technique & Style
Faivre employed quick, rough strokes, particularly evident in the rendering of the woman's hands and hair, to convey a sense of movement and capture the play of light. The visible brown edges of the paper, where the sketch does not fully cover the surface, underscore its exploratory nature.
History & Provenance
Created around 1916, the drawing is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, though specific details about its acquisition history or previous ownership are not provided.
Artist & collection
