Study No. 1: Mr. Thomas Way
1896
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1896
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a man standing sideways, dressed in a long coat and pants. His hands are tucked into his pockets, and he’s looking straight ahead. The drawing is loose and quick, with soft shading that leaves some areas blurry. The artist used a scratchy, sketchy style—almost like a hurried note. This kind of drawing was common for practice or quick ideas. Next, check out lithography to see how artists like this made prints.
