Edmond dessinant (Edmond Drawing, Stenterello, and Other Sketches)

Jules de Goncourt

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of multiple scenes and figures. The image is divided into distinct sections, each depicting a different figure or subject. The top-left corner shows a contorted figure, drawn with hatching strokes for shadowing and depth. In the top-right, a horizontal figure wears a patterned outfit, lying diagonally across the pane. The bottom-left features a composite of natural forms, possibly shell-like structures or ornamental shapes. The lower-right section portrays a person seated in a chair, bending forward with focus on an activity. The scenes are interconnected by the uniform texture of the background.