Artwork
Two men sleeping
Two men sleeping is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Ambrose Poynter. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Two men sleeping is a watercolour sketch by Ambrose Poynter, depicting two men resting outdoors.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows one man seated on a wooden bench, wearing a dark jacket and light pants, while the other lies on a makeshift bed, still wearing his boots. Both figures appear tired, with their heads resting on their arms.
Technique & Style
The artist employed loose, rapid brushstrokes to capture the scene, emphasizing simple forms and rough textures. The watercolour's worn appearance suggests it has been handled extensively.
History & Provenance
The work was presented as part of a group of six watercolours and is catalogued with the object numbers 442:1 to 6-1895.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ambrose Poynter was a British architect. He was one of the founding members of the Institute of British Architects in 1834.
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