a) Waiter and Customer (recto); b) Sketch of a Man and Woman (verso)
1892
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1892
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two people in a quick, loose style. One person is laughing, arms out, while the other leans in, holding something like a cane or stick. The lines are rough and fast, with some shading to show shapes. The drawing looks like it was done in a hurry, maybe to capture a moment. The artist used simple lines and shadows to show movement and emotion. Next, check out Forain, Jean-Louis for more sketches like this.