Tired Soldier I
1919
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1919
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a tired-looking man sitting with his head down. His arms rest on his knees, and his hands hold something small, like a folded cloth or a letter. The lines are loose and quick, giving the drawing a rough, sketchy feel. The artist used a simple tool—just a sharp point—to scratch into the paper, creating dark lines against a light background. This method is called *drypoint*. Next, look up technique: drypoint to see how artists use it to make prints.
