Eva Lavallière
1896
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1896
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Eva Lavallière is a 1896 ink by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a woman with dark hair and a serious look, her head slightly tilted. She’s wearing a high collar and a draped shawl over her shoulders. The lines around her are loose and quick, like the artist was drawing fast. The background is simple, with just a few faint shapes—maybe furniture or a curtain. The artist used a scratchy, rough style, almost like scribbling but still clear. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it’s made.
