Artwork
A Symphony (Whistler)
A Symphony (Whistler) is a print by the Impressionist artist Leslie Matthew (Spy) Ward. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A Symphony is a drawing by Leslie Matthew Ward, created in 1878 under the pseudonym 'Spy.
About this work
Overview
A Symphony is a drawing by Leslie Matthew Ward, created in 1878 under the pseudonym 'Spy.' It is a portrait held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a man in a long brown coat and hat, holding a cane. His facial features are caricatured, with a prominent mustache and eyebrows, and a surprised expression. The title 'A Symphony' suggests the work may evoke a musical or atmospheric quality.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of exaggerated facial features and a plain background creates a focused, caricatured portrait. The style is characteristic of Ward's work as 'Spy,' a nickname he used for his signed drawings.
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