Who painted Study after "The Enchanted Monarch"?

Study after "The Enchanted Monarch" was painted by Frederic Stuart Church in 1886.

Where can I see Study after "The Enchanted Monarch"?

Study after "The Enchanted Monarch" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study after "The Enchanted Monarch"?

Study after "The Enchanted Monarch" is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Study after "The Enchanted Monarch"

Frederic Stuart Church , 1886

Study after "The Enchanted Monarch" is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Frederic Stuart Church. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This drawing, created in 1886, is a study by Frederic Stuart Church. It is executed in pen and black ink on a handwritten letter to Mr. Prang.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a monarch butterfly, with a focus on the detailed rendering of its wings. The subject is likely derived from Church's own work, 'The Enchanted Monarch'.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of a handwritten letter as a drawing surface showcases their ability to work in unconventional contexts. The detailed rendering of the butterfly's wings demonstrates Church's skill and attention to detail.