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Sunday after Christmas 1848, by Winslow Homer, ink, 1868

Sunday after Christmas 1848

Winslow Homer

1868

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Sunday after Christmas 1848 is a 1868 ink by Winslow Homer, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Winslow Homer
When & what style?
1868 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows a boy holding a book, with a smaller figure nearby. The boy is wearing a hat, vest, and pants, while the smaller figure has a stick-like body and is labeled "Dan Wally." The background is a plain beige color. The drawing includes some handwritten notes, including a quote about books and a mention of Christmas 1848. The handwriting is cursive and difficult to read in some places. The drawing is a charming example of a simple yet expressive piece of art. If you're interested in learning more about this style of drawing, you might want to explore the work of Homer, Winslow.

About the artist

Portrait of Winslow Homer
Artist

Winslow Homer

Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.

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