The Right of Way
1875
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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Frederick Walker
Frederick Walker (26 May 1840 – 4 June 1875) was a British painter and illustrator.
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The Right of Way is a 1875 by Frederick Walker, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This sketch shows two women walking together, side by side. One holds a small child’s hand, while the other carries a basket. Their dresses are simple, with loose sleeves and flowing skirts. The background is mostly blank, leaving the focus on their movement and the way their clothes ripple. The drawing feels quick and loose, like a snapshot of a moment. The lines are light, almost sketchy, giving it a natural, unpolished look. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
The pencil study *The Right of Way* by Frederick Walker, created in 1875, served as a preparatory drawing for the artist's painting of the same title, which was displayed at the Royal Academy that year.
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Frederick Walker (26 May 1840 – 4 June 1875) was a British painter and illustrator.
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