Portrait of Jeanette

Portrait of Jeanette by R.C. Gorman, 1967, an intimate oil pastel study of a reclining female figure. The artist renders the form with warm ochres, peachy flesh tones, and golden highlights that suggest both sunlight and emotional warmth. Dark charcoal lines define the figure’s contours with spare, confident gestures. The composition emphasizes sensuality and vulnerability, with the subject’s dark hair and composed expression conveying quiet introspection. This early work demonstrates Gorman’s mastery of the human figure and his ability to imbue portraiture with psychological depth. A significant work for collectors of Gorman’s figure studies and those appreciating intimate portrait traditions in contemporary Southwest art.