Study for the painting, "The Catapult", exhibited at the Royal Academy, 1868
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1868
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a person crouched, pulling back a long bow-like tool. Their body is bare, muscles tight with effort. The figure’s right arm is stretched out, gripping the tool’s handle, while their left arm braces behind them. The drawing looks quick and rough, like a practice run. The lines are loose, almost like scribbles, but they still show the body’s strength and movement. If you like this sketchy style, check out cross-hatching.
