A Loge
1829
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1829
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a crowded theater box seat, packed with people in fancy clothes. A woman in a big pink dress stands at the front, holding a fan, while others sit or lean around her. The men wear suits, the women have curly hair and flowers in their dresses. A tall candleholder stands behind the group, and the stage backdrop is a plain red curtain. The title *A Loge* means this is a private theater box—like a VIP section. The artist drew it fast, with quick lines and simple colors, focusing on the lively chaos of people watching a show. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.
