Artwork
A Boy
A Boy is an ink print by the Impressionist artist James Wells Champney. It dates from 1882 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Boy is an etching created by James Wells Champney in 1882, executed in black on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a young boy wearing a striped shirt and cap, his head tilted downward as he gazes at an unseen object.
Technique & Style
The image was carved directly into a metal plate, then inked and printed onto paper, resulting in soft, handmade lines that evoke a sense of tactility.
Artist & collection
Artist
James Wells Champney (July 16, 1843 – May 1, 1903) was an American genre artist and illustrator noted for his portraits, oriental scenes and American landscapes.
