Bimbo che dorme (Sleeping Boy)
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a boy curled up in sleep, his head resting on his hand. The lines are loose and quick, like they were drawn in one go. The shading is soft, making the face and hair blend into the background. The artist used a technique where ink is wiped away after printing, leaving some areas darker than others. This gives the drawing a dreamy, unfinished look. Look up etching to see how this method works.
