Ninette
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Ninette is a 1885 by Paul Rajon, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a woman’s face and shoulders in profile, turned slightly toward us. She wears a loose headscarf and a high-necked dress with a folded shawl draped over her chest. The lines are rough and quick, with dark shading around her eyes and jaw. The artist used simple strokes to suggest light and shadow, focusing on her calm expression. This style blends quick sketches with a touch of realism. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and dark for drama.
