Who painted Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane?

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane was painted by Alpheus Cary in 1843.

Where can I see Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane?

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane?

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is associated with Romanticism.

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Artwork

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane

Alpheus Cary , 1843

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Alpheus Cary. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in black ink: A. CARY DEL.; lower center in black ink: Scale one inch to the Foot.; lower left edge in graphite by unknown hand: 48 Feb; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: EDC text on monument in image: Erected / to the memory of / George B. Doane, M.D. / youngest son of the late Isaiah / and Hannah Bartless Doane. / He was born in Boston / December 4, 1793, / Deceased April 13, 1842, / aged 49 years. / As a Son, Brother, Friend / Citizen, Physician, / a model for imitation. / The lament of the poor / pronounced his Eulogy. / "And in the wreck of human joy / May kneeling faith adore thy will."

About this work

Overview

Alpheus Cary's Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is a drawing created around 1843 using pen and black ink with wash on wove paper.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases Cary's use of simple lines and shapes to convey depth and texture, characteristic of his style. The combination of pen and ink with wash creates a detailed and nuanced representation of the monument's design.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing presents a design for a monument, including its shape and inscriptions, indicating a thoughtful and deliberate approach to commemorating George B. Doane.