Four Ladies in Crinolines Walking at Trouville
1865
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1865
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows four women walking side by side on a beach. Their dresses are big and full, with bright red trim and layers of fabric. The woman on the left wears a white dress with purple accents, while the others have blue and gray dresses with dark shoes. The painting looks quick and loose, like it was done fast on the spot. The colors are simple but bright, and the brushstrokes are rough. Next, check out watercolor to see how artists use this technique.
