Maurice Sterne

Seated Figure
c. 1913–1914

Sketch of a seated figure, possibly female, in profile view with head turned slightly forward. The figure appears contemplative or focused, with a headband or ribbon in the hair, and is holding an object close to the chest. The drawing is executed in loose, expressive lines on aged, slightly discolored paper.
Sketch of a seated figure, possibly female, in profile view with head turned slightly forward. The figure appears contemplative or focused, with a headband or ribbon in the hair, and is holding an object close to the chest. The drawing is executed in loose, expressive lines on aged, slightly discolored paper.

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Date
c. 1913–1914

Classification
Drawings

Medium
Graphite pencil on paper

Dimensions
Sheet (Irregular): 20 × 17 1/4in. (50.8 × 43.8 cm)

Accession number
65.55

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of the Vera and Maurice Sterne Estate

Rights and reproductions
© Renee & Chaim Gross Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Maurice Sterne
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