Edmond Pigalle
1908
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Paul-Albert Besnard
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
See the richer artist page1908
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Edmond Pigalle is a 1908 ink by Paul-Albert Besnard, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a man in a slouchy coat and a hat pulled low over his eyes. His face is half-hidden, but you can see his hand resting on his shoulder. The lines are loose and scratchy, like quick strokes with a pen. The paper has a textured look, and the artist signed it in the corner. The style feels fast and a little rough, like a sketch made in one sitting. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this make marks like these.
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
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