Lady with a Fan
1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman sitting in a chair, holding a fan in one hand. She’s dressed in a long, flowing dress with a high collar and a dark hat. The background is simple—just a few pieces of furniture and a window with light coming in. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to draw her, making the whole scene feel quick and alive. The black-and-white style keeps things clean and focused on shapes. Want to see more work like this? Check out lithography to learn how artists create prints like this one.