The Stretcher Bearer (Study for "Le Couvreur tombé")
1876
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1876
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a man in a dark, patchy jacket and cap, leaning on a long pole. His pants are rolled up, and he’s squatting slightly, one hand resting on his knee. The drawing is rough, with quick strokes and smudges—like it was done fast. The jacket has faded patches and a worn look, maybe from use. The artist left some grid lines on the paper, like they were figuring out the size. Next, check out François Bonvin for more sketches like this.
