Sarah Bernhardt in "Cleopatra" (Sarah Bernhardt dans "Cléopatre")
1896
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1896
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman with dramatic hair and a headscarf, sitting in a theater seat. She’s turned slightly to the side, looking down, with one hand resting on her face. The background is blurry but hints at a stage with a tall column and a curtain. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture her pose and expression. This style was common in theater posters of the time. Next, look up lithography to see how artists like this made prints.
