A monumental drawing rendered in ink and charcoal on vellum, Robert Longo's *Study for Barbara in a Burka* presents a figure enveloped in flowing fabric, rendered with Longo's signature hyperrealistic precision. The work's dramatic contrast of deep blacks and luminous whites transforms the shrouded form into a commanding, almost sculptural presence. Longo's meticulous draftsmanship elevates the image beyond documentation, inviting reflection on concealment, identity, and the charged cultural weight of the garment.