René Xavier François Prinet (1861-1946) Ink Charcoal Ink Wash

René Xavier François PRINET (1861-1946) Young Woman with a Basket Ink, ink wash, charcoal, and white chalk Signed lower right An elegant drawing by René-Xavier François Prinet depicting a young woman, full-length, holding a basket under her arm. The figure, rendered with great sensitivity, stands out against a simple background in warm tones. The artist combines ink, wash, charcoal, and highlights of white chalk, a technique he mastered perfectly, allowing him to model the volumes with subtlety. The restrained treatment of the face, as well as the accuracy of the proportions and the rendering of the drapery, testify to Prinet's academic training and his keen sense of observation. René-Xavier Prinet, a French painter and engraver, member of the Institut de France, is renowned for his intimate scenes, portraits, and genre compositions imbued with delicacy. This work perfectly illustrates his taste for female figures treated with gentleness and elegance. Signed lower right. Image dimensions: 25 x 39 cm Framed dimensions: 36 x 50 cm Shipping: €30