The Waterproof Coat of General Moltke

About this work

This sketch shows a pair of dark, rumpled trousers and a long, heavy coat with thick cuffs. The fabric looks stiff and folded in odd ways, like it’s been worn a lot. Around the edges, there are quick pencil lines for chairs, a table, and some small objects—maybe a hat or a bottle. The artist scribbled notes in the margins, mixing German words with numbers and doodles. One phrase mentions a "waterproof coat," which fits what’s drawn. The paper is tan, and the dark lines stand out sharply against it. Next, look up gouache to see how this technique works.