Washerwomen Setting the Linens Out to Dry

Französische Grafik 1879–1887, 1884

The image shows an outdoor scene with a group of people engaged in various activities. The perspective is positioned near the people. The horizon aligns with the tops of trees, adding depth. The drawing uses delicate lines to depict the grass and tree bark. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of grey for contrast. A woman holds cloth or laundry, looking at a man seated next to a fabric or a blanket. Another woman stands nearby, surrounded by trees. Branches above spread out in a detailed pattern, casting light shadows.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1879–1887
Date
1884
Type
Drawing
Medium
black charcoal with brown pastel on wove paper laid down on board
Dimensions
41.6 × 55.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows an outdoor scene with a group of people engaged in various activities. The perspective is positioned near the people. The horizon aligns with the tops of trees, adding depth. The drawing uses delicate lines to depict the grass and tree bark. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of grey for contrast. A woman holds cloth or laundry, looking at a man seated next to a fabric or a blanket. Another woman stands nearby, surrounded by trees. Branches above spread out in a detailed pattern, casting light shadows.

Französische Grafik 1879–1887