Reiter II (Horseman II)
1916
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1916
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a rider on horseback from behind, moving forward. The lines are loose and scratchy, almost like quick notes. The horse’s muscles and the rider’s posture are suggested with quick strokes, not smooth shapes. The paper has a textured look, like the artist pressed hard in some spots. This is drypoint, where the metal plate is scratched to make the lines. Next, check out the technique: drypoint.
