Projet de Voyage

Jean-Louis Forain, ca. 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.
Kunstenaar
Jean-Louis Forain
Datering
ca. 1897
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
brush and black ink and colored washes on wove paper
Afmetingen
25,8 × 39,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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