1874
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Job, 2nd plate is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a tired-looking man sitting on the ground, leaning against a wall. His clothes are loose, his hair messy, and his posture slumped. The background is filled with quick, jagged lines that look like wind or movement. The artist used a technique that leaves scratchy, textured marks—almost like drawing with a sharp tool. This style makes the image feel rough and urgent. Check out etching to see how artists create these kinds of detailed prints.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
See the richer artist page
