#36188 Francisco Suner

The drawing presents a figure rendered in stark black lines against a white background. The composition is dominated by a profile view of what appears to be a woman. Her hair is depicted as a dense, chaotic mass, obscuring much of the upper portion of her head and neck. This treatment suggests not meticulous detail but rather an impressionistic rendering of volume and texture.
The face itself is simplified; features are reduced to essential lines – a prominent nose, a suggestion of lips, and a single, large eye that conveys a sense of intense gaze or introspection. The linearity of the facial structure contrasts with the swirling quality of the hair, creating visual tension within the image.
Below the head, the figure’s shoulders slope downwards, leading to an abstracted representation of legs and feet. These lower limbs are rendered with elongated, sweeping lines that emphasize movement or a sense of instability. The lack of detail in the body further directs attention towards the face and its expression.
The artists signature and date (1938) appear at the bottom right corner, providing temporal context to the work. The overall effect is one of immediacy and spontaneity; it feels like a rapid sketch capturing a fleeting moment or impression.
Subtextually, the drawing might explore themes of identity and perception. The obscured face could symbolize hidden emotions or a sense of anonymity. The dynamic lines suggest an underlying restlessness or emotional turmoil. The stark contrast between light and dark reinforces this feeling of internal conflict. It is possible to interpret the work as a commentary on the psychological state of an individual, conveyed through simplified forms and expressive linework.