Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Hammond, 1895
Untitled, by Hammond, 1895

Untitled is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Hammond. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This drawing, created in 1895, is an original illustration for a literary magazine.

About this work

Overview

This drawing, created in 1895, is an original illustration for a literary magazine.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a long dress and a boy in a short jacket standing together under an umbrella on a wet, littered ground. The scene appears to capture a moment of surprise or unease.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of hatching techniques, using quick, crisscrossed lines to convey shading and texture, resulting in a sketchy, unfinished appearance.

Artist & collection

Artist

Hammond

Hammond drew for magazines right when pictures were fighting their way into print.