1969 Jacqueline Е loreiller Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) Period of creation: 1962-1973

The drawing presents a seated female figure rendered in stark black and white with touches of pale yellow. The composition is dominated by a frontal view of the subject, who appears to be contemplating something beyond the viewers perspective. She rests on what seems to be a cushioned surface, indicated by the soft curves delineating her posture.
The artist’s handling of form emphasizes angularity and distortion. Facial features are simplified yet expressive; the eyes, particularly the left one, possess an unsettling intensity, conveying a sense of introspection or perhaps melancholy. The brow is heavy, contributing to this mood. A prominent nose and sharply defined cheekbones further accentuate the figures stylized appearance.
The body is depicted with a deliberate lack of anatomical realism. Limbs are elongated and somewhat disjointed, while the breasts are suggested rather than fully formed. This simplification contributes to an overall sense of abstraction, moving beyond mere representation toward a more symbolic portrayal. The artist’s use of broad strokes and visible lines creates a dynamic surface texture that adds visual interest and reinforces the drawings expressive quality.
The presence of what appears to be a signature in the lower right corner suggests a personal connection between the creator and the subject, hinting at an intimate or autobiographical context. The limited palette and emphasis on line work evoke a sense of immediacy and spontaneity, as if capturing a fleeting moment of thought or emotion. Subtly, theres a feeling of confinement; the figure is contained within the frame, both physically by the cushioned surface and psychologically by her own inward gaze.