Untitled
1804
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1804
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows two busy outdoor scenes with people dressed in colorful robes and hats. Trees with red bark and simple buildings line the background. Some folks are walking, others stand in groups, and a few carry umbrellas or boxes. The colors are bright but muted, with soft lines separating the figures. Notice how the artist uses quick, sketchy strokes to show movement and shadows. The people’s faces stay calm, even in a crowded setting. Look up cross-hatching next to see how artists build shading with lines.
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