Les notables

Jean-Louis Forain, hacia 1914/1919

This is a drawing of figures gathered around an individual playing a piano. The sketch is primarily in black and white with a few colored details, such as the face of one figure. The gathering shows figures in long garments, and the piano player is in mid-motion. The background has a loose, sketchy quality with architectural forms in the distance. The texture and shading give a sense of dynamism and movement, suggesting lively interactions.
Artista
Jean-Louis Forain
Fecha
hacia 1914/1919
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
black crayon corrected and white gouache on wove paper
Medidas
37,5 × 53 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a drawing of figures gathered around an individual playing a piano. The sketch is primarily in black and white with a few colored details, such as the face of one figure. The gathering shows figures in long garments, and the piano player is in mid-motion. The background has a loose, sketchy quality with architectural forms in the distance. The texture and shading give a sense of dynamism and movement, suggesting lively interactions.

Jean-Louis Forain