The Beggars: Beggar without Hat or Shoes
1623
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1623
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This is a black-and-white drawing of a man wrapped in a long, tattered cloak. His feet are bare, and his hands are rough-looking, clutching the fabric near his chest. The lines are sharp, almost scratchy, and the background is just a few faint strokes—no details, just a plain surface. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show the folds of the cloak and the man’s wrinkled skin. It’s like the drawing was made fast, almost like a quick study. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next.
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