Emigrants
1922
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1922
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows three people wrapped in heavy coats, huddled together in cold weather. Their faces are blurred, and they’re carrying bundles—maybe all they own. The background looks like a bare tree and a rough wall, with no color, just dark lines. The artist used a scratchy, textured style that makes the scene feel urgent. The way the lines overlap gives it a rough, almost desperate mood. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this create deep, layered prints.
