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Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane, by Alpheus Cary, ink, 1843
Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane, by Alpheus Cary, ink, 1843

Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Alpheus Cary. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Alpheus Cary's Design for a Monument in Memory of George B. Doane is a drawing created around 1843 using pen and black ink with wash on wove paper.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases Cary's use of simple lines and shapes to convey depth and texture, characteristic of his style. The combination of pen and ink with wash creates a detailed and nuanced representation of the monument's design.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing presents a design for a monument, including its shape and inscriptions, indicating a thoughtful and deliberate approach to commemorating George B. Doane.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Alpheus Cary

Artist

Alpheus Cary

Alpheus Cary (1838–1848) was an artist.

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