Pessima
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a sketch of a person's profile, drawn in black on a beige background. The person is shown from the side, with their face turned to the right. Their hair is pulled back, and they are wearing a loose-fitting shirt. To the right of the person's head, there is a small, abstract drawing of a person in motion. The drawing is simple, with just a few lines to suggest the person's body and legs. The overall effect of the image is one of simplicity and elegance. The use of a limited color palette and bold lines creates a sense of clarity and focus. For more information on the artist's use of lithography, look up Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de.