Untitled
1921
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1921
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows two figures in a rough, loose style. One person stands tall with arms outstretched, while the other kneels below, reaching up toward them. The lines are simple and the colors are mostly brown and beige, with quick, uneven strokes. The artist used a printmaking method that lets you see the marks of the pencil or pen directly on the paper. It feels like a fast, rough drawing rather than a polished work. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how it works.