Le Bruit de deux sabots trainant...
1878
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1878
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a dark street scene with a lone figure walking under an umbrella. Around the edges, quick, rough drawings of people, animals, and buildings crowd the space. The main image feels urgent, with heavy shadows and quick lines. The artist used a messy, sketchy style—almost like a notebook full of ideas. The title means *"The sound of two dragging hooves"* in French, hinting at something eerie or quiet. Check out etching, drypoint to see how artists make these kinds of prints.
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