

Study for 'Greek Girls Bathing' IV (c. 1872)
Elihu Vedderc. 1872 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1923)
Specifications
- Year
- c. 1872
- Nationality / school
- American
- Lifespan
- 1836–1923
About the artwork
Elihu Vedder is the artist behind "Study for 'Greek Girls Bathing' IV", dated c. 1872. Historical background, c. 1872: 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. In the 1890s, colour lithography and Art Nouveau made the illustrated poster a celebrated art form. It is listed in the Drawings collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Drawings, a short history: Drawings range from quick preparatory sketches to finished works in pen, chalk, charcoal, graphite, or wash. Artists have long used drawings to plan paintings, sculptures, and buildings, so a sketch can show how an idea developed.
"Study for 'Greek Girls Bathing' IV" 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, 1836–1923
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