Untitled
1888
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1888
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a crowded train car, drawn in quick, rough lines. The passengers wear hats and coats, sitting close together. Light streams through the windows, making some faces glow faintly. The artist used loose, sketchy strokes to capture movement and shadows. It feels like a snapshot of everyday life, not a polished scene. Next, check out scumbling to see how artists create texture with charcoal.
