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Käsi, luonnos maalaukseen Iivana Julma ja hänen poikansa Ivan marraskuun 16. päivänä vuonna 1581

Käsi, luonnos maalaukseen Iivana Julma ja hänen poikansa Ivan marraskuun 16. päivänä vuonna 1581 is a drawing by Ilya Repin. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery. This pencil sketch depicts a single gloved hand resting on a flat surface, rendered in soft strokes.

About this work

Overview

This pencil sketch depicts a single gloved hand resting on a flat surface, rendered in soft strokes. The drawing is a study, likely part of a larger work.

Subject & Meaning

The hand is the primary subject, with the glove obscuring its details. The artist captured the hand's form and texture, suggesting a focus on conveying emotion or atmosphere through subtle gesture.

Technique & Style

The sketch is characterized by soft pencil strokes, emphasizing the hand's shape and the fabric of the glove. The plain background allows the hand to be the sole focus.