Petit portrait
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting is a small portrait made with black ink on thin paper. It's a simple image, but the details are interesting. The artist used a single color to create depth and texture, which is a notable aspect of this work, showing the artist's skill in using limited resources. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.