Human tissue
1970
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
1970
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
This drawing shows a close-up of two hands clasped together, wrapped in what looks like thick, textured cloth. The fingers are long and slightly spread apart, while the thumbs press together. The fabric around them is detailed with folds and creases, giving it a heavy, almost rough appearance. The hands look like they’re part of a larger study—maybe of skin or medical tissue. The way the cloth is drawn makes it feel real and heavy, like something you’d see in a lab or a doctor’s office. If you’re curious about how artists draw texture like this, look up cross-hatching.
