Der Smaragd
1915
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1915
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a woman lying down on a couch, wrapped in a blanket, while a man sits beside her, holding her hand. A large, arched canopy frame looms over them, with a small mirror or picture hanging above. The lines are simple but precise, focusing on shapes and shadows rather than detail. The drawing uses quick, confident strokes to show the scene’s mood—quiet and slightly tense. The artist leaves out extra details, making the shapes feel sharp and modern. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.
