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Figure Sketches (verso)

Figure Sketches (verso), by Jean-Louis Forain, 1906
Figure Sketches (verso), by Jean-Louis Forain, 1906

Figure Sketches (verso) is a drawing by Jean-Louis Forain. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1955.655.b

About this work

Overview

Figure Sketches (verso) is a drawing by Jean Louis Forain, dated 1906, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features two figure sketches on a light brown background: a torso with arms raised and a partial head and shoulders view. The poses convey a sense of movement.

Technique & Style

Forain's sketches are characterized by loose, expressive lines and minimal shading, creating a dynamic effect.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jean-Louis Forain

Artist

Jean-Louis Forain

Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation:; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.

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Who painted Figure Sketches (verso)?

Figure Sketches (verso) was painted by Jean-Louis Forain in 1906.

Where can I see Figure Sketches (verso)?

Figure Sketches (verso) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Can I buy a print of Figure Sketches (verso)?

Museum-quality prints of Figure Sketches (verso) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.