The Omnibus
1935
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1935
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a busy horse-drawn omnibus, a big shared carriage, packed with people. Some are sitting inside, others are hanging on outside or standing nearby. A driver in a hat sits up front, holding the reins. Trees and buildings frame the scene, and the lines are loose and quick, like notes jotted down fast. The omnibus looks like a mix of private and public space—everyone’s crowded together, some with umbrellas, others just watching. The artist focused on movement and everyday life, not polished details. Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.
