Portrait of Joséphine Gaujelin
In this intimate sketch, Degas captures a young woman with wide, searching eyes and curly hair topped with a delicate wreath. The loose, scribbled lines of her high-collared coat contrast with the careful shading of her face, giving her a look of quiet intensity. Inscriptions in reddish ink at the bottom identify the artist and the sitter as 'Mme Gaujelin,' offering a rare glimpse into Degas' circle of acquaintances beyond his famous ballet dancers. It’s a masterful study of character, proving that a few swift strokes can convey a whole personality.
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