Le Stryge
1867
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1867
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a cityscape with a tall, spire-topped tower in the middle. To the right, a giant bat-like head looms over the buildings, its wings spread wide. The city looks crowded with small houses and narrow streets, while the sky is dark and cloudy. The bat’s face is detailed, almost like it’s watching the city. The artist added text in French at the bottom, which hints at a vampire theme. If you like this mix of city and creature, check out Edmond Gosselin (French) for more of his eerie work.
