Café in Constantinople
1847
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1847
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
You see a detailed drawing of a café scene in Constantinople. The artist used a unique technique to create this work, building up the area with ink and graphite over white chalk. He also used a stylus to scratch tiny lines, adding highlights and details. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use contrast to create depth.
