Artwork
The Fiddling Beggar
The Fiddling Beggar is a drawing by the Impressionist artist William Sidney Mount. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1946.1700
- Credit line
- Hinman B. Hurlbut Collection
About this work
Overview
The Fiddling Beggar is a drawing created by William Sidney Mount in 1853. It depicts a seated figure playing a fiddle.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows a beggar absorbed in playing the fiddle, conveying a sense of relaxed concentration. The subject reflects Mount's lifelong interest in music and his focus on everyday, rural life.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by quick, rough lines that capture the movement of the figure. The artist's emphasis on the hands and instrument creates a sense of energy and focus.
History & Provenance
William Sidney Mount was a 19th-century American artist known for his genre paintings, particularly those depicting rural life on Long Island. The Fiddling Beggar is now held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Sidney Mount (November 26, 1807 – November 19, 1868) was a 19th-century American genre painter.
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