Pierre Guerin
1830
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1830
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a man in a dark coat and white cravat, his face turned slightly to the side. His hair is wavy and parted neatly, and he stares straight ahead with a serious look. The background is plain, letting the lines of his face and clothes stand out clearly. The artist used a rough, sketchy style that feels quick and expressive. This was made as a lithograph, which means it was printed from a stone rather than painted by hand. Want to learn more? Check out lithography.
