La route d'Emmaüs (1ère planche) (The Road to Emmaus) (first plate)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring three figures in a dramatic scene. The central figure is walking forward in a robe, barefoot, and gesturing with open arms. Two other figures are adjacent, appearing to cling to each other for support. The background contains swirling lines suggesting motion or turbulence. The drawing emphasizes emotional intensity with heavy crosshatching and strong linework, evoking tension and drama. The style is reminiscent of expressionist techniques.