The Embroiderers
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a woman sitting at a table, working on fabric by a window. Light streams in through the glass, illuminating her dark dress and the bright cloth in her lap. Outside, you can just make out a building and a bit of sky. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to show the scene quickly, focusing on the play of light and shadow. This style was common in Impressionism and Realism. Next, check out Henri Fantin-Latour for more of his intimate, everyday scenes.
