Apparition
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1895
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a pale blue-green figure standing under a dark, wavy umbrella. The person’s face is blurred, and their body is wrapped in a long, flowing robe. Behind them, a faint cityscape peeks through the rain, with buildings and a bridge barely visible. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to create a ghostly, almost transparent effect. The blue-green color stands out against the light paper, making the scene feel dreamy. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how artists print images like this.
