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Gossiping Women

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

1891

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Gossiping Women is a 1891 ink by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Théophile Alexandre Steinlen
When & what style?: 1891 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows three women standing close together, talking. Their faces are turned toward each other, and their hands are near their waists or sleeves. The lines are loose and quick, like they were drawn fast. The women wear simple dresses with high collars, and their hair is pulled back neatly. The artist used light, sketchy strokes to show movement and conversation. The paper has a yellowish tone, and the ink is dark but uneven, giving it a rough feel. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.