Etude
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a person’s head turned slightly to the side. The lines are loose and quick, leaving some areas blank. The hair and collar are drawn with simple strokes, but the face has a little more detail. The paper is thin and the ink is light, making it look almost like a quick note. This style fits the idea of practicing or studying a face. Look up lithography to see how artists make prints like this one.
