Who painted Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"?

Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon" was painted by James Henry Moser in 1890.

Where can I see Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"?

Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"?

Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon" is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"?

Museum-quality prints of Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"

James Henry Moser , 1890

Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon" is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist James Henry Moser. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:center right in graphite: JHM [artist's monogram] - 90; center in graphite: CASTS; upper left in black ink: no 7. / ok but / main figure / smaller.

About this work

Overview

James Henry Moser's 1890 drawing, 'Study for "Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon"', is a graphite and black ink on paperboard work, serving as a preparatory study for a larger piece.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a classical sculpture on a pedestal, accompanied by a casually posed figure and a dynamic horse in the background, juxtaposing antiquity with everyday life.

Technique & Style

Executed in a realistic style, the work showcases meticulous attention to detail and texture, capturing the energy of the sculpture and the movement of the horse.

History & Provenance

Created in 1890, specific provenance details are not provided, though its purpose as a study for 'Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon' is clear.

Context

Reflecting late 19th-century artistic interests in classical antiquity, the study likely supported Moser's exploration of integrating ancient motifs into contemporary compositions.

Legacy

As a preparatory work, its legacy is closely tied to the final piece, 'Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon', with its value lying in insights into Moser's creative process.