#29117 Jacinta Gil Roncales

The drawing presents a portrait study, executed in ink on paper. The subject is depicted in profile, facing left, with a pronounced emphasis on the elaborate hairstyle that dominates the composition. The hair is rendered through dense, parallel lines, creating a sense of volume and texture while simultaneously obscuring much of the neck and shoulder.
The facial features are simplified to essential forms: large, almond-shaped eyes with distinctive blue irises, a sharply defined nose, and a thin, slightly downturned mouth. The linearity extends to the contours of the face itself, which are delineated with a similar precision as the hair. There is an intentional flatness to the representation; depth cues are minimal, contributing to a stylized aesthetic.
The inscription 2° de Brevillate appears in cursive script at the upper left corner, suggesting this may be a study or sketch related to a larger work or series. The signature “C. Roncates” is located near the lower right of the image, and a date – “6-10-98” – is visible below it.
The drawing’s subtexts revolve around notions of identity and representation. The exaggerated hairstyle suggests an interest in outward appearance and perhaps even theatricality or performance. The simplified facial features, while recognizable as human, lack individualizing details, hinting at a broader exploration of archetypes rather than a specific portrait. The use of ink lends the work a sense of immediacy and spontaneity, suggesting it may have been created quickly to capture an impression or idea. The inscription implies that this is part of a larger project, inviting speculation about its context within a wider narrative or artistic endeavor.