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Studies of Farmers Shucking Corn

Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.

1875

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Interior

Dominant colour

Studies of Farmers Shucking Corn is a 1875 ink by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.
When & what style?: 1875 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image depicts a sketch of two farmers shucking corn, with one farmer sitting and the other standing. The scene is set in a rustic interior, with a wooden beam and a window visible in the background. The sketch is rendered in graphite, pen, and black ink, with subtle washes that add depth and texture to the scene. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. This sketch is a great example of the Impressionist and Realist movements, which emphasized everyday life and realistic depictions of the world. To learn more about this style, check out the Impressionism movement.