The Spring
1897
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1897
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a woman lying on her side in a wooded area. Her body is relaxed, and she rests her head on one arm. The trees around her are dark and leafy, blending into a soft, smudged background. The whole scene feels quiet and natural. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to keep things simple and dreamy. The focus is on shapes and light, not perfect details. Next, check out *sfumato* to see how artists blend edges like this.
