Lebia (L'Ellipsoidea)

About this work

This drawing shows two fish and a small creature that looks like a shrimp. The fish are labeled 1 and 2, with fish 1 facing left and fish 2 facing right. The shrimp is marked as number 3, and there’s a tiny sketch of something else labeled 4. The lines are thin and precise, with shading to show scales and details. The fish are drawn with careful attention to their shapes and textures, almost like a scientist’s notes. The artist used a method that lets ink build up for shading, making the fish look real. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made their marks.