Untitled
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1830 by Daniel Maclise, a Romanticism work, depicting infant, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This sketch shows a baby sitting up, wearing a big black bow on their head and a fancy hat piled high with ribbons. The child’s face is round, with simple lines for eyes and a tiny smile. To the right, a hand holds a round mirror with a handle, drawn in quick pencil strokes. The loose, sketchy style makes the drawing feel alive and quick, like it was done in one go. The hat looks like something from a fancy dress-up box. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.
