Le colporteur juif (The Jewish Peddler)
1900
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1900
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a man walking while carrying a bundle over his shoulder. He’s dressed in a long coat and hat, holding something to his mouth like he’s eating or smoking. The lines are loose and quick, giving the drawing a rough, unfinished look. The artist used a technique called lithography, which lets you make prints from a smooth stone or metal plate. The sketch feels like a quick snapshot of everyday life. Check out lithography to see how artists like this made prints from simple drawings.
