Tibetan Devil-Dancer 

This is G. Douglas's etching, likely from the early 20th century, titled 'Tibetan Devil-Dancer'. The print captures a dynamic figure poised mid-dance, exhibiting a compelling array of textures and linear patterns. The figure's attire is meticulously rendered with dense cross-hatching that creates the illusion of depth and volume, particularly noticeable in the folds of the dancer's robes and the intricate details of the mask. Note the contrasting smoothness of the dancer's exposed skin, achieved through minimal linework, drawing attention to the expressive features of the face. The use of line here is not merely descriptive; it's structurally integral to the overall composition. The stark contrast between light and shadow enhances the dramatic tension, and the subtle tonal gradations suggest movement and spatial depth. Douglas uses the semiotic language of costume and gesture, inviting us to consider the complex cultural codes at play within this representation of ritual performance. The print thus functions not only as a visual document but also as an inquiry into the symbolic power of representation itself.