A delicate figurative work by Ota Janeček dated 1979, depicting a young woman in profile. The composition combines Janeček’s characteristic elegant line with softly applied pastel colours. The sitter's rich reddish-brown hair forms the dominant visual element and contrasts beautifully with the pale complexion and restrained background. The face and body are rendered with remarkable economy, using only a few precise and flowing lines. Subtle colour accents lend the composition warmth and intimacy. The work represents a characteristic example of Janeček’s mature figurative style and his distinctive interpretation of the female figure. Signed and dated lower left “Ota Janeček 1979”. Framed, mounted and glazed. Provenance: private Prague collection. The authenticity of the work was professionally consulted with PhDr. Michael Zachař, a respected Czech art historian and specialist in Czech art of the 19th and 20th centuries, who confirmed the authenticity of the work. This expert confirmation represents significant added value in terms of both collector confidence and the investment potential of the work. CURATOR’S TIP: A very charming and immediately recognisable Janeček in one of his characteristic figurative modes. The delicate pastel technique, clean composition and distinctive female profile create a work with strong decorative appeal. The clear dating to 1979 and expert confirmation by PhDr. Michael Zachař further enhance its collector value. FOR INVESTORS: Figurative and especially female subjects form a popular part of Ota Janeček’s oeuvre. Original works on paper represent an attractive segment of his production, while the expert consultation confirming authenticity further strengthens the collector confidence of this work. The starting price of CZK 20,000 offers an attractive entry point into the work of an established Czech artist.