Sheet Music: Tyrolienne c. 19th century

Editor: Here we have an anonymous piece of sheet music, "Tyrolienne." The cover illustration features two women in what appears to be a landscape. What stylistic elements stand out to you in this composition? Curator: Note the tonal gradation and linear precision, especially in the depiction of figures and landscape. The artist's skillful use of hatching and cross-hatching creates depth and visual interest. The placement of the figures in relation to the landscape draws the eye. Editor: So the figures and landscape work together to move the eye. Fascinating! Curator: Indeed.