Who painted The House that Jeff Built?

The House that Jeff Built was painted by David Claypoole Johnston in 1863.

Where can I see The House that Jeff Built?

The House that Jeff Built is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The House that Jeff Built?

The House that Jeff Built is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The House that Jeff Built

David Claypoole Johnston , 1863

The House that Jeff Built is an ink print by the Impressionist artist David Claypoole Johnston. It dates from 1863 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The House that Jeff Built is a print created by David Claypoole Johnston in 1863 using etching on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print comprises a grid of black-and-white sketches depicting scenes related to slavery, including slave pens, sales, and whipping. Accompanying text describes each scene in stark, unvarnished language, highlighting the harsh realities of slavery.

Technique & Style

The artist employed etching, a technique involving the incision of lines into a metal plate, which is then inked to produce the printed image. The resulting sketches feature bold outlines and a stark, monochromatic aesthetic.