An old market woman.
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a tired-looking older woman with a serious expression. Her face is drawn in simple lines, with dark shading under her eyes and a deep crease between her brows. The paper is light brown, and the drawing looks rough, like it was done quickly. The artist focused on her wrinkles and the way her face shows years of work. This style fits with artists who wanted to show real life, not polished portraits. Check out Realism to see more art that looks this honest.
