Resting, Men and Dogs under a Big Tree
1802
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1802
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a group of people sitting under a huge, sprawling tree. The branches twist and fill most of the space, while the people and dogs below look small. The lines are scratchy and uneven, giving everything a rough, sketchy feel. The artist used a technique called lithography, which lets them draw directly onto stone before printing. This makes the lines look hand-drawn and a little messy. Next, check out technique: lithography to see how this process works.
