A Betrothal
1550
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1550
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a group of people gathered under an arched doorway. They’re dressed in simple robes, standing close together. One person in the center holds a scroll, while others watch or gesture. In the background, a building with a dome rises, and a bright light shines from above. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, giving the scene depth. The faces and hands look detailed, even though the whole piece is in black and white. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with layers of lines.
