F-HE14 Harry Ekman

The drawing presents a female figure in a seated pose, rendered primarily through charcoal or graphite on what appears to be paper with a warm tone. The subject is positioned at a slight angle to the viewer, allowing for a glimpse of her profile and torso. She wears a garment that drapes loosely around her body, revealing portions of her shoulders and upper chest. Her legs are crossed casually, and her feet are bare.
The artist has employed a loose, gestural style; lines are not consistently precise but rather convey movement and volume through shading and contour. The rendering of the face suggests an expression that is both alluring and slightly melancholic – the eyes appear downcast, and the mouth is subtly parted. A cascade of curls frames her face, adding to the overall sense of feminine charm.
The background is minimally defined, consisting mainly of lightly sketched lines that suggest a vague spatial context without providing specific details. This lack of environmental specificity directs attention squarely onto the figure herself. The artist’s signature appears in the lower right corner, rendered in a script style.
Subtly, theres an element of vulnerability conveyed through the pose and expression. While the subject is presented with a degree of idealized beauty, the downcast gaze and relaxed posture suggest introspection or perhaps even a quiet sadness. The loose drapery contributes to this sense of intimacy, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a private moment. The drawing’s overall effect is one of understated sensuality combined with an undercurrent of emotional complexity.