Image 591 Jorge Castillo

Here we see a drawing depicting a young person seated in a chair, their hands raised and pressed against their forehead. The figures posture conveys a sense of weariness or distress; it suggests someone overwhelmed or attempting to shield themselves from something unseen. The lines are rendered with varying degrees of pressure, creating tonal contrasts that emphasize the contours of the face and body while also contributing to an overall feeling of unease.
The artist’s use of line is particularly noteworthy. Rather than smooth transitions, theres a deliberate roughness in the execution, especially visible in the chair’s construction and the rendering of the hair. This contributes to a sense of immediacy and rawness, as if the drawing were made quickly, capturing a fleeting moment of vulnerability. The simplification of forms – the almost skeletal depiction of the chair, the lack of detailed background – focuses attention entirely on the figures emotional state.
The composition is centered around the face, which is rendered with an intensity that draws the viewer in. Despite the covering gesture, the eyes are visible and appear to be fixed on something beyond the frame, hinting at a source of discomfort or anxiety. The chair itself seems almost like a cage, further reinforcing the feeling of confinement and emotional burden.
The drawing’s monochromatic palette enhances its somber mood. The absence of color allows for a greater emphasis on texture and form, intensifying the psychological impact of the scene. It evokes introspection and invites contemplation about themes of stress, isolation, or perhaps even a desire to escape from reality.