Projet de Voyage

Jean-Louis Forain, c. 1897

This is a drawing of a barber scene. The drawing depicts one individual trimming another's beard or hair. One figure holds scissors, focused on their task, while the other sits back holding a handheld mirror. Nearby, there is a cup with steam rising, combs, and a small bowl, suggesting a barbershop. The drawing includes signatures, inscriptions, and handwritten text at the bottom. The style features loose lines and washes of color.
الفنان
Jean-Louis Forain
التاريخ
c. 1897
النوع
Drawing
التقنية
brush and black ink and colored washes on wove paper
الأبعاد
25.8 × 39.5 cm
المجموعة
National Gallery of Art, Washington
الترخيص
ملك عام, CC0

وصف الصورة

This is a drawing of a barber scene. The drawing depicts one individual trimming another's beard or hair. One figure holds scissors, focused on their task, while the other sits back holding a handheld mirror. Nearby, there is a cup with steam rising, combs, and a small bowl, suggesting a barbershop. The drawing includes signatures, inscriptions, and handwritten text at the bottom. The style features loose lines and washes of color.

Jean-Louis Forain