Loggia and Statuary in an Italian Garden
1747
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1747
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quick, loose drawing of a garden scene. A person stands near a tall building with columns and arched doors. Trees with sketchy branches lean over the scene, and a dog sits in the grass. The lines are light and fast, like a quick note. The artist used only graphite, making it look like a rough draft. The shadows and light are simple but help show the shapes. Next, check out Baroque to see how this style used drama and movement.
