Design for a Book Illustration, Standing Male Figure

1901

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a man standing sideways, wearing a long coat, cap, and a bright red scarf. His pants are loose, and he holds his coat closed with one hand. Behind him, a faint cityscape with a tall tower and trees is barely visible. The drawing uses quick, sketchy lines and soft shading to show light and shadow. It looks like it was made fast, almost like a quick study. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and dark for drama.