F.J. Ducoux
1849
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1849
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
F.J. Ducoux is a 1849 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a serious-looking man in a suit, standing with one hand resting on a table. His face is drawn with sharp lines, showing a strong jaw and a thoughtful expression. The clothes look formal, with a high collar and a vest. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture his face and posture. This style makes the drawing feel lively, even though it’s just black and white. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how artists made prints like this.
