Artwork
Drawings of a cow and a standing figure
Drawings of a cow and a standing figure is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 19 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This drawing by George Chinnery features two distinct sketches on a single sheet: a cow and a standing figure clad in a cape, positioned at a 90-degree angle to each other, both depicted in profile.
Subject & Meaning
The juxtaposition of a serene cow with a dynamically posed figure, emphasized by the flowing cape, may suggest a contrast between tranquility and energy, though the overall interpretation remains open.
Technique & Style
Chinnery employed loose, expressive lines characteristic of Romanticism to quickly capture the essence of his subjects, conveying a sense of spontaneity and movement, particularly in the figure’s cape.
History & Provenance
No specific historical or provenance details are provided for this work, highlighting it as part of Chinnery’s broader practice of sketching everyday and figurative subjects.
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.
