Untitled
1923
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1923
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a side view of a man’s head and shoulders. His hair is short and wavy, and he’s resting his chin on his hand. The lines are loose and quick, with some areas left blank or lightly shaded. The background is just a pale yellow wash. The artist didn’t smooth out the details—his strokes are rough, almost like scribbles. The face looks thoughtful, but the drawing feels more like a quick sketch than a polished portrait. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how it works.