Penitence
1899
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1899
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a woman kneeling in prayer. She's dressed simply and her face is hidden. The artist used simple lines and dark colors to draw her, which makes the scene feel quiet and sad. The woman's pose and the dark colors suggest she's feeling sorry for something, and that's why the painting is called "Penitence". Look up the technique: cross-hatching.
