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Inital N for Chapter L from "Lorna Doone", by William Henry Drake, 1889

Inital N for Chapter L from "Lorna Doone"

William Henry Drake

1889

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Inital N for Chapter L from "Lorna Doone" is a 1889 by William Henry Drake, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
William Henry Drake
When & what style?
1889 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting features a large black letter 'N' in a square frame, set against a beige background. Below the letter, a group of sheep are depicted in a pen-and-ink style, with some facing left and others right. The sheep are rendered in various shades of black and white, with some appearing more detailed than others. The painting's style is reminiscent of Impressionism, with loose brushstrokes and an emphasis on capturing the fleeting effects of light. The use of pen and ink adds a sense of texture and depth to the image. The artist, William Henry Drake, was known for his work in Impressionism and Realism. To learn more about his style and techniques, explore the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

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Artist

William Henry Drake

Sir William Henry Drake,, was a British public servant and Colonial Treasurer of Western Australia.

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