George Milner
1899
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1899
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a bearded man in a loose coat, his head tilted slightly down. The lines are quick and rough, like a fast sketch—no small details, just big shapes. His beard and hair are drawn with quick strokes, and the paper shows through in spots. The artist left some edges unfinished, making it feel like a quick study. It’s not polished, which was sometimes the point for sketches like this. If you like this style, check out Realism for more portraits that focus on truth over perfection.
