Etude de femme assise (Study of a Seated Woman)
1903
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1903
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman sitting sideways, her back to us. She wears a long dress with a high collar and a hat pulled low over her head. The lines are loose and quick, with just a few red and black strokes to define her clothes and posture. The sketch feels rushed, like it was drawn fast to capture her shape and movement. The artist left out details, focusing on the big picture instead of small ones. Next, check out lithography to see how artists like this made prints with smooth lines.
