Artwork
With Pride Upon Her Brow
With Pride Upon Her Brow is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Edwin Austin Abbey. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
With Pride Upon Her Brow is a drawing created by Edwin Austin Abbey around 1878. It is executed in a range of media, including black chalk, pen and ink, grey wash, and white highlights on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a street scene with a confident woman in a dark dress standing near a doorway, surrounded by men and children. The woman's assertive stance is notable amidst the rough, everyday atmosphere of the scene.
Technique & Style
Abbey employed a range of sketchy lines and shading techniques, including cross-hatching, to capture the movement and mood of the scene. The combination of light and shadow creates a gritty, realistic effect, with varied textures adding depth to the drawing.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edwin Austin Abbey (April 1, 1852 – August 1, 1911) was an American muralist, illustrator, and painter.
