Henry White, surgeon
1811
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1811
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a man’s face in profile, looking off to the side. He’s dressed in a high-collared coat, and his expression is calm. The lines are precise but soft, with shading that gives his skin and clothing a gentle texture. The artist signed and dated it 1811. It’s part of a group of works made for someone named White, who was a surgeon. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build up shadows with layered lines.
