Birds

Birds

Saul Steinberg

1951

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing shows a bunch of birds scattered across a blank, grid-like background. Some stand alone, others face different directions, and a few are almost hidden. The lines are simple and light, like quick sketches. The birds all look the same—just basic shapes with no detail. That makes the whole thing feel a little odd, like a puzzle missing pieces. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.

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