The Violinist
Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre · French
c. 1880
- Medium
- black and white chalk with graphite on blue paper
- Classification
- Drawing
- Period
- 1851 to 1875
- Image size
- 5182 × 7598px
Description
The image displays the upper body of a person in a seated position, drawn in profile. The individual appears relaxed with their head slightly tilted forward, closed eyes, and a hint of a mustache. The neatly styled hair is combed to the side, and the person is wearing a high-collared garment, potentially a suit or coat. They are depicted holding a violin against their shoulder, with the bow held in their hand. The background is plain, focusing on the subject of the drawing.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).