Liberty
1870
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1870
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
You see a woman with wings breaking chains. The angel wears flowing robes. Her face looks serious. The background is dark. White lines and gray washes make her stand out. This drawing shows Liberty as a strong figure. Doré often used flowing lines and light shades to create drama. This relates to his work about the Franco-Prussian War. Check out more by Gustave Doré at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
