Edmond dessinant (Edmond Drawing, Stenterello, and Other Sketches) c. 1860s

"Edmond dessinant" (Edmond Drawing, Stenterello, and Other Sketches) is a lithograph by Jules de Goncourt, dating back to the 1860s. The lithograph features a series of sketches, showcasing a variety of subjects including a seated figure drawing, a figure in a hat, and a fantastical creature. This artwork exemplifies the artist's fascination with capturing the ephemeral and fleeting moments of daily life, particularly through the act of drawing. The loose, expressive lines and tonal shading of the work give it a sense of spontaneity and immediacy, characteristic of the artist's style.