Jessica
1875
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1875
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a woman lying on a bed, her head resting on one arm. The room around her is barely there—just faint outlines of furniture, a chair, and a dresser. The lines are loose, almost like quick notes, with soft washes of color. The artist didn’t finish the details, leaving big empty spaces. It feels more like a draft than a polished drawing. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build form with lines.
