Artwork
Weser
Weser is a gouache drawing by the Romanticist artist John William Casilear. It dates from 1842 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: Weser August 13th. 1842; upper left verso in graphite by unknown hand: 6558.G-101; lower center verso in graphite by unknown hand: 16.20
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Overview
Weser is a drawing created by John William Casilear in 1842 using graphite and gouache on wove paper.
Technique & Style
The work combines graphite and gouache, showcasing Casilear's use of mixed media. The choice of wove paper as the support is also notable.
History & Provenance
Dated to 1842, Weser is an example of Casilear's work during the mid-19th century. The drawing's attribution to Casilear indicates its origin within his oeuvre.
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