Artwork
A Sure Shot
A Sure Shot is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist John George Brown. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Sure Shot is an oil painting from 1875 by John George Brown, a British-born American artist recognized for his genre scenes of everyday life.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on a solitary young boy, characteristic of Brown's tendency to feature children in his works, capturing a moment of ordinary life.
Technique & Style
Although created during the American Impressionism period, the painting's style is more aligned with traditional genre painting, emphasizing detail and realism over Impressionist techniques.
History & Provenance
A Sure Shot is part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection, reflecting its significance within American art's historical narrative.
Artist & collection
Artist
John George Brown (November 11, 1831 – February 8, 1913) was a British citizen and an American painter who specialized in genre scenes.
