A Girl in Peasant Dress
1750
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1750
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman turned slightly away, dressed in a simple peasant outfit. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a loose, draped dress with a high neckline. The lines are soft and quick, giving the drawing a light, sketchy feel. The artist used only black and white chalk on pink paper, which makes the lines stand out. The background is plain, so all the focus stays on her pose and clothes. Check out the technique: cross-hatching used here for shading.
