The Rag Picker
1911
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1911
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows an older man standing outdoors with his hands in his pockets. He’s wearing a long coat, a hat, and sturdy boots, and beside him is a large sack—maybe for collecting scraps. The background is faint, with a few buildings and trees, but the focus is on him. The artist used quick, rough lines to sketch him in, giving the scene a sketchy, unfinished feel. The man’s clothes and the sack suggest he might work with waste or recycling. Next, check out Jean-François Raffaëlli to see more of his work.
