Artwork

Five Studies of a Soldier

Five Studies of a Soldier, by Carl Marr, 1897
Five Studies of a Soldier, by Carl Marr, 1897

Five Studies of a Soldier is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Carl Marr. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Five Studies of a Soldier is a drawing created by Carl Marr in 1897. It is a representative work of Marr's academic style, characteristic of late 19th-century art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a soldier in various poses, showcasing the artist's study of human movement and form. By presenting the figure from multiple angles, Marr explores the representation of the body in different positions.

Technique & Style

The work demonstrates Marr's skill in rendering the human form, utilizing techniques that allow for a nuanced depiction of the figure. The use of soft, hazy effects is notable, achieved through a technique that creates subtle gradations of tone and value.

History & Provenance

The drawing is now held by The Cleveland Museum of Art, indicating its significance within the artist's oeuvre and the broader context of late 19th-century academic art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Carl Marr

Artist

Carl Marr

Carl von Marr (February 14, 1858 – July 10, 1936) was an American-born German painter whose work encompassed religious and mythological subjects, genre, and portraits. He was also a professor of art in Munich.

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