Artwork
A Chinese man with a pole and basket, and two cows
A Chinese man with a pole and basket, and two cows is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 7 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The drawing shows a Chinese man with a pole and basket, and two cows.
It's a simple scene, but what's interesting is that it was created on a specific date, January 13, 1841. This tells us the artist, George Chinnery, was active during this time.
The drawing is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, and to learn more about similar drawings, look into the movement: Romanticism.
Overview
A drawing by George Chinnery depicts a Chinese man carrying a pole with a basket and two cows. Created on January 13, 1841, it showcases the artist's work during this period.
Subject & Meaning
The scene is a simple representation of everyday life, featuring a stooping man and two cows, with one cow more detailed than the other.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by varying levels of detail, with one cow rendered in ink and the other left less defined, reflecting Chinnery's approach to his work.
History & Provenance
Dated January 13, 1841, the drawing is now held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, providing a specific point of reference for Chinnery's activity.
Context
This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which valued expressive and emotive representations of life and the natural world.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.
