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Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three figures in front of a building. The figures include a man on the left in a patterned shirt and cap, a middle figure leaning on a structure resembling a fence or railing, and a figure on the right interacting with a long rectangular object resembling a plank of wood. The background shows simple building lines and utility poles, suggesting an urban setting. The medium used appears expressive, with soft colors filling the outlines made with ink or pencil. The figures are depicted wearing various types of clothing, with attention to detail in the jackets worn by the left and middle figures, and the short-sleeved shirt worn by the rightmost figure. The drawing style is sketchy, capturing movements and postures with fluidity.

Artwork Details

Medium
black chalk and watercolor
Dimensions
3477 × 4227 px
Public Domain
Yes
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