Who painted Lawyer Wade?

Lawyer Wade was painted by Anders Zorn in 1890.

Where can I see Lawyer Wade?

Lawyer Wade is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Lawyer Wade?

Lawyer Wade is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Lawyer Wade

Anders Zorn , 1890

Lawyer Wade is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Anders Zorn. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:"Zorn" lower right composition, in plate, artist's hand. Not dated. "(Martin J. Wade, American lawyer, Member of Congress, b. at Burlington, Vt. 1861, since 1891 Professor of Law at Iowa. / "Lawyer Wade" A. 36. This plate etched in 1890, for Sir Ernest Cassel. (only 7 or 8 impressions.)" lower margin, graphite, unknown hand. "[illeg.] 31872" lower left margin, graphite, unknown hand. "VPREM" lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. Verso: none.
Markings: Marked:"LRJ" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1760b). "National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).

About this work

Overview

Lawyer Wade is a print by Anders Zorn, created in 1890 using the etching technique on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a man's profile, turned slightly towards the viewer, with thick, wavy hair and a high-collared coat. The subject is identified as Lawyer Wade, but the image does not convey a clear narrative or emotional tone.

Technique & Style

The print features layered, scratchy lines that give it a rough, textured appearance. The etching technique involves using acid to etch lines into a metal plate, which are then transferred to paper, resulting in the characteristic texture and expressiveness of the image.

History & Provenance

The print's edges show signs of being unfinished, with stray marks and smudges, suggesting that the artist may have stopped working on it abruptly.