The Sibyl
1887
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Francis Scott King
Francis Scott King (1850–1913) was an American artist.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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The Sibyl is a 1887 by Francis Scott King, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a woman lying on her side, head resting on one hand, looking away. Her hair is pulled back loosely, and she wears a simple dress. On the ground beside her is a small cup and a book, half-open. The artist used shading to show light and shadow on her face and body, giving it a three-dimensional feel. The scene looks quiet and thoughtful. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.
Francis Scott King (1850–1913) was an American artist.
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