Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Daniel Maclise. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing created by Daniel Maclise in 1830 using pencil and watercolour on Whatman paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a baby sitting upright, adorned with a large black bow and a hat embellished with ribbons. A hand is shown holding a mirror to the child's right, suggesting a playful or vanity-themed scene.
Technique & Style
Executed in a loose, sketchy style, the drawing conveys a sense of spontaneity. Simple lines define the child's features, while quick pencil strokes capture the mirror and its handle.
Artist & collection
Artist
Daniel Maclise (25 January 1806 – 25 April 1870) was an Irish history painter, literary and portrait painter, and illustrator, who worked for most of his life in London, England.
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