C. L. Drouet, Sculptor
1859
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1859
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a bearded man in a loose coat, his hands tucked into his lap. His hair is tousled, and he’s looking off to the side with a serious expression. The lines are rough and scratchy, almost like quick pencil strokes—no smooth shading here. The artist signed it *Whistler* in the corner, along with the year *1859*. The words *Drouet, Sculpteur* hint this is a sculptor, not a painter. Next, check out technique: drypoint—this sketch was made by etching lines into a metal plate.
