Ja, was ist denn das?
1937
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1937
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows two nude figures standing in a room with tall windows and a staircase. One figure is turned away, stretching an arm up behind them, while the other stands sideways, holding their own arm. The lines are bold and confident, with some shading to show light and shadow. The figures look like they’re posing in a domestic space, but the drawing feels more like a quick study than a polished work. The text at the top and bottom is in German, which might hint at something funny or sarcastic. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.
