Seated Turk
1825
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1825
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a man sitting cross-legged on the ground. He’s wearing loose, flowing clothes and a turban, with a small bag or pouch in his lap. His posture is relaxed but focused, and there’s a faint outline of a dog or animal near his feet. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture movement and texture, especially in the fabric and hair. The drawing feels alive despite being simple. Next, check out how this was made using lithography.
