John Linnell
1825
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1825
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a simple pencil sketch of a person’s head and shoulders. The lines are light and loose, focusing on the face and hair. The paper has some faint brown spots, and the drawing feels quick, like a first try. The artist used only graphite, making the image soft and sketchy. It’s not polished—just a study of shapes and light. Next, check out Blake, William to see more of his work.