Artwork
Study from a Cast
Study from a Cast is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Louis Michel Eilshemius. It dates from 1885 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: Louis Eilshemius / Classe.V. / 1877; lower left verso in pen and blue ink: 285 (circled)
About this work
Overview
Study from a Cast is a graphite drawing on tan wove paper created by Louis Michel Eilshemius around 1885.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a corner of a building with a window and flowerpot, capturing the play of light and shadow in loose, gestural strokes that prioritize suggestion over detail.
Technique & Style
Eilshemius's use of varying graphite line weights and the warm tone of the paper contribute to the sketch's unfinished, spontaneous feel, emphasizing shape and movement over precision.
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