Artwork
The Deserted Pigpen; and West Hurley
The Deserted Pigpen; and West Hurley is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Andrew Fisher Bunner. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:center right in graphite: The Deserted Pig-pen A.F.B. / Aug 8th 66; lower right in graphite: A.F.B. / West Hurley Aug 8th 66
About this work
Overview
The Deserted Pigpen; and West Hurley is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by Andrew Fisher Bunner in 1866.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing comprises two simple scenes: a crumbling stone wall with a wooden shed, and a lone tree with a tiny cabin in a grassy field. The titles of the scenes are inscribed on the paper.
Technique & Style
Executed in light, quick lines, the drawing appears to be a spontaneous sketch from nature. The artist's hand is evident in the direct and unadorned rendering of the scenes.
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Artist & collection
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