Long Venice
1880
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1880
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a waterfront city with quick, sketchy lines. Buildings with domes and spires line the shore, and boats float in the harbor. The sky is full of loose, wavy strokes—like wind or quick movement. The artist used a sharp tool to scratch into the paper, creating dark lines. This method lets ink fill the grooves, making the image pop. Look up etching to see how artists use acid and metal plates to make prints.
