The Vulture
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This etching shows a vulture perched on rocky ground. Its feathers are detailed with sharp lines, and its head is turned slightly to the left. The bird’s claws grip the stone, and its wings are folded close to its body. The artist focused on the texture of the feathers and the rough surface of the rock. The drawing looks like it was made with careful shading to show depth. Next, look up *chiaroscuro* to see how artists use light and shadow like this.
