Broadside views of three steamships (1860-1865)
Alfred Rudolph Waud1860-1865 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1891)
Specifications
- Year
- 1860-1865
- Nationality / school
- American
- Lifespan
- 1828–1891
About the artwork
Dated 1860-1865, "Broadside views of three steamships" is an artwork by Alfred Rudolph Waud. Historical background, 1860-1865: In the 1890s, colour lithography and Art Nouveau made the illustrated poster a celebrated art form. The later nineteenth century is the era of Impressionism, whose first group exhibition was held in Paris in 1874, followed by Post-Impressionism, Symbolism, and the Arts and Crafts movement. It is listed in the Drawings collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Background on Drawings: Because line carries so much of the effect, drawings tend to reward close looking at the quality of the mark. Drawings range from quick preparatory sketches to finished works in pen, chalk, charcoal, graphite, or wash.
"Broadside views of three steamships" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. Drawings and sketches stand out through line clarity and a sense of the artist process, which makes them a natural fit for minimalist, monochrome, and graphic interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
American, 1828–1891
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