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When Other Friends Are Round Thee

When Other Friends Are Round Thee, by Robert Walter Weir, ink, 1853
When Other Friends Are Round Thee, by Robert Walter Weir, ink, 1853

When Other Friends Are Round Thee is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Robert Walter Weir. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:lower left in brown ink: Rob. W. Weir

About this work

Overview

When Other Friends Are Round Thee is a drawing created by Robert Walter Weir around 1853. Executed in brown ink, wash, and scratchwork on wove paper, it showcases the artist's experimentation with various techniques.

Technique & Style

The drawing features a combination of brush and brown ink, wash, and scratchwork, demonstrating Weir's exploration of different methods to achieve texture and detail. The use of scratchwork adds a layer of complexity to the work.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a quiet scene, potentially a study for a larger composition. The tranquil atmosphere is conveyed through the simple, unadorned representation.

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Artist & collection

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Who painted When Other Friends Are Round Thee?

When Other Friends Are Round Thee was painted by Robert Walter Weir in 1853.

Where can I see When Other Friends Are Round Thee?

When Other Friends Are Round Thee is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is When Other Friends Are Round Thee?

When Other Friends Are Round Thee is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of When Other Friends Are Round Thee?

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