Mme. Réjane
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat tilted to one side. Her face is drawn simply, with strong lines for her eyes and a slight smile. The hat’s shape is loose and quick, like it was drawn fast. The artist used light pencil strokes to show folds in her clothing and the texture of the hat. This sketch feels like a quick snapshot, not a polished portrait. Next, look up lithography to see how this printing technique works.
