The artwork, titled “Annie Miller” and created by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1877, is a pen drawing that falls under the Romanticism art movement. Categorized as a sketch and study, it is part of the collection at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery in Birmingham, UK.
The artwork exhibits the profile of a woman with long, wavy hair cascading down her shoulders. Rendered with delicate and precise pen strokes, the drawing captures the subject’s serene expression and the intricate texture of her hair. The composition focuses on the head and upper shoulders, allowing the viewer to appreciate the detailed lines used to define her features and the careful shading that creates a sense of depth and volume. The simplicity of the drawing, devoid of any background distractions, emphasizes the intimacy and elegance of the portrait, characteristic of Rossetti’s romantic style.
