Artwork

Drawings of animals

Drawings of animals, by George Chinnery, 6
Drawings of animals, by George Chinnery, 6

Drawings of animals is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This artwork is a collection of five drawings featuring various farm animals.

About this work

Overview

This artwork is a collection of five drawings featuring various farm animals.

Subject & Meaning

The drawings depict cows, goats, and a pig, suggesting a focus on domesticated livestock. The selection of subjects may indicate an interest in the natural world or the role of animals in everyday life.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Chinnery

Artist

George Chinnery

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.