Tremblez malheureux Roi, votre Règne est passe
1736
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1736
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a group of people in fancy clothes, gathered around a man in a long robe who’s holding a scroll. Behind them is a fancy building with columns and a statue on top. The scene looks dramatic, with some people pointing or looking worried. The artist used red chalk to make the lines look soft but clear, giving the drawing a warm, earthy tone. The clothing and poses feel old-fashioned, like something from a long time ago. Next, check out the Baroque movement to see how drama and detail like this were used in art.
