The Artist's Son Claude or "Coco"
1906
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1906
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Artist's Son Claude or "Coco" is a 1906 chalk by French 20th Century, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a young boy in profile, his head turned slightly away. His hair is short and messy, and he wears a loose, draped shirt. The lines are soft and smudged, with light and shadow blending together. The artist used red and white chalk to add warmth and depth to the drawing. The background is nearly blank, keeping all focus on the boy’s face and shoulders. Look up chiaroscuro next to see how light and shadow work in art.
