Alexina
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a woman’s face and shoulders, drawn in loose, quick lines. Her hood frames her head, and her expression is calm but a little serious. The paper looks rough, and the artist used shading to suggest light and shadow. The drawing feels alive but not polished—like a quick study rather than a finished portrait. The loose strokes make it feel real, not perfect. Next, check out Impressionism to see more art like this.
