Ariadne
1900
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1900
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a woman’s head and shoulders turned slightly away, her hair loose and flowing. The background is dark and blurry, making her face stand out in light tones. Her posture is relaxed, with one hand resting near her chest. The artist used shading to create depth, focusing on the contrast between light and dark areas. This technique makes the face look three-dimensional. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow like this.
