A Skeri Girl 1912

Anders Zorn made this print, A Skeri Girl, with etching. It’s all about the line, but not in a boring way, more like a lively scribble searching for form. The texture is super interesting. It feels almost like he's sketching directly onto the plate, capturing the fleeting expression of his sitter. The way he uses these quick, almost nervous lines to define the girl's face and clothing is really captivating. Check out the scarf around her head and how the spots sit - the whole composition is built up through these small marks. It’s a world away from smooth, academic painting, but more about catching a living moment. Zorn reminds me a bit of Whistler, in that both had this interest in everyday life. But whilst Whistler's work often feels quiet and subdued, Zorn's has a kind of raw energy. This piece feels like an invitation to see the world in process, always in motion.