Title Page with Fountain
1652
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1652
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet park scene with a winding path, a small bridge, and a few trees. The lines are loose and quick, like a hurried sketch. In the background, there’s a faint building and some people walking. The artist used a mix of fine lines and shading to give depth, almost like a quick draft. The paper has a textured look, which makes the lines stand out more. Next, check out the technique: etching.
