Sur le lit (On the Bed)
1909
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1909
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a person lying on their side on a bed, their head resting on one arm. The sheets are tangled around their legs, and their hair is messy. The background is just dark, swirly lines, like a stormy sky or thick curtains. The artist used a technique where lines overlap to create texture—almost like scratching into the surface. This isn’t a polished painting but a rough, quick drawing that still feels real. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this create prints with acid and needles.
