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Leon Kossoff — Head of Rosalind
Leon Kossoff

Head of Rosalind

1977

A powerful and intensely worked charcoal drawing, *Head of Rosalind* exemplifies Leon Kossoff's deeply personal approach to portraiture, built through vigorous, layered mark-making that conveys both the physical presence and inner life of his subject. The dense, energetic lines accumulate across the paper's surface, creating a raw, expressive likeness that feels simultaneously urgent and intimate. Kossoff's relentless observation transforms a familiar face into something profoundly human, reflecting his lifelong commitment to drawing from those closest to him.

Medium
charcoal on paper

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

March 10, 2017

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Leon Kossoff, Head of Rosalind, 1977

A powerful and intensely worked charcoal drawing, *Head of Rosalind* exemplifies Leon Kossoff's deeply personal approach to portraiture, built through vigorous, layered mark-making that conveys both the physical presence and inner life of his subject. The dense, energetic lines accumulate across the paper's surface, creating a raw, expressive likeness that feels simultaneously urgent and intimate. Kossoff's relentless observation transforms a familiar face into something profoundly human, reflecting his lifelong commitment to drawing from those closest to him.

Medium
charcoal on paper
Year
1977
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Twentieth Century, Male Artist, Post-War Art, Expressionism, London School, British Artist, Charcoal Drawing, Figurative Expressionism, Intimate Mood, Figurative Art, Works on Paper, Portrait, Monochromatic, School of London, Established Artist, Modern Master

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