The Absinthe Drinker (Le buveur d'absinthe)

About this work

This sketch shows a man in a long coat and tall hat, leaning on a cane. His face is serious, and he’s standing near a small bottle on the ground. The lines are loose and scratchy, giving it a rough, drawn-by-hand feel. The bottle looks like it might hold absinthe, a drink known for its strong taste. The artist used a technique that makes the lines look like quick, sketchy strokes. Want to see more? Look up etching to learn how artists create these kinds of prints.