Who painted Young Boy Seated?

Young Boy Seated was painted by Thomas Barker in 1803.

Where can I see Young Boy Seated?

Young Boy Seated is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Young Boy Seated?

Young Boy Seated is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Young Boy Seated

Thomas Barker , 1803

Young Boy Seated is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Thomas Barker. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Young Boy Seated is a pen-and-tusche lithograph created by Thomas Barker in 1803.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a young boy seated, dressed in antiquated attire, with a straightforward pose and simple facial expression.

Technique & Style

Barker employed a pen to draw the boy, then applied tusche, a liquid mixture, to achieve tonal depth, resulting in a detailed and textured final print.