The Camberwell Carnival in Rye Lane
1900
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1900
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
You see a lively procession in this drawing, with a float decorated with flags and banners. The float is celebrating Queen Victoria's 81st birthday, which is a fun detail. This drawing was made for a newspaper or magazine, which is why it's so detailed and easy to look at. Check out the technique of cross-hatching to learn more about how the artist created this scene.
