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Croquis (Sketch)

Paul Edouard Crébassa

1895

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Interior

Dominant colour

Croquis (Sketch) is a 1895 ink by Paul Edouard Crébassa, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Paul Edouard Crébassa
When & what style?: 1895 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on a couch, looking down at something in her hands. The couch is against a wall, and there's a small table beside it. The woman is wearing a long dress, and her hair is pulled back. The room is dimly lit, with a bit of light coming from the left side. The painting is done in brown tones, with loose brushstrokes that give it a soft, gentle feel. The artist has focused on capturing the woman's quiet moment, rather than trying to show off any fancy techniques. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning more about the Impressionism movement.