The Waltz

Anders Zorn

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a dance scene. The image shows intricate line work and cross-hatching to depict a social gathering, capturing movement on a dance floor. Two figures in mid-dance are at the center, with dynamic lines suggesting motion and grace. The background is crowded with other figures, all blending into each other in a swirl of movement and fabric, creating a bustling atmosphere. Lines of varying density create contrast, depicting light and shadow for depth and form.