Untitled
1916
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1916
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows two figures in mid-motion, arms raised and legs bent. The lines are rough and scratchy, like quick pencil strokes. One figure leans forward, while the other stands slightly behind, both looking like they’re dancing or reaching for something. The artist used a drypoint technique—think of it like scratching into a metal plate to make marks. The paper has a grainy texture from the process, almost like the lines were carved into it. Check out drypoint to see how this technique works.