Portrait of the Artist's Wife, Sarah Edwards Nast
1884
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1884
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Portrait of the Artist's Wife, Sarah Edwards Nast is a 1884 ink by Thomas Nast, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white portrait shows a woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a high collar. Her hair is pulled back, and a lace veil covers part of her face. The lines are detailed, especially around her neck and hat, making the textures pop. The artist used a technique that lets you see fine lines and shading. This kind of printmaking was popular in the late 1800s. Next, check out etching to see how artists create these sharp, detailed prints.
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