The artwork, titled “A Child,” was created by Theo van Doesburg in 1904. This piece, done in pencil and ink on paper, falls under the Expressionism art movement and is classified as a sketch and study. The dimensions of the artwork measure 15.5 by 12.5 centimeters.
The artwork depicts a stylized representation of a child, rendered in a minimalist and abstract manner characteristic of early Expressionist styles. The child’s form is conveyed through bold, simplified lines and shapes, with a particular focus on the face and upper body. The use of ink adds strong contrasts and a dynamic quality to the sketch, highlighting the artist’s ability to capture essence with minimal details. The rough, almost impressionistic lines suggest movement, giving the piece an emotive and dynamic feel, despite its simplicity.
