Arcturus
1893
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Julian Alden Weir
American, West Point, New York 1852–1919 New York
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Arcturus is a 1893 ink by Julian Alden Weir, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a bare-chested man standing on rocky ground. His arms stretch upward, holding what looks like a staff or spear. Around him, swirling clouds and rough lines fill the space, with a few small stars in the sky. The man’s face is calm, but his body looks tense, like he’s holding something heavy. The artist used sharp lines and shading to make the scene feel dramatic. The clouds and rocks are drawn with quick, sketchy strokes, while the man’s body is more detailed. This mix of rough and smooth lines creates a strange, dreamy mood. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one carve images into metal.
American, West Point, New York 1852–1919 New York
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