Artwork
The Daisy Chain
The Daisy Chain is a drawing by Annie French. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Daisy Chain is a drawing by Annie French, created using pen and ink. It depicts a group of figures in a woodland setting.
Subject & Meaning
Seven children are shown standing or sitting in a forest, forming a loose circle and holding hands. A chain of daisies links the figures, introducing a touch of color to the otherwise monochrome scene.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed using black lines and dots, which create texture and shading. The artist's use of stippling, a technique that builds images from small dots, is evident in the detailed rendering of faces and clothing.
Artist & collection
Artist
Annie French made delicate ink drawings in the early 1900s, often turning everyday scenes into quiet storybook scenes.
