Artwork

Drawing - 'Weekend Box'

Drawing - 'Weekend Box', by Ed McLachlan
Drawing - 'Weekend Box', by Ed McLachlan

Drawing - 'Weekend Box' is a drawing by Ed McLachlan. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

'Weekend Box' is a drawing by Ed McLachlan, held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a row of simple brick buildings with occupants, some of whom appear tired or weary. A man outside gestures towards a distant train track, suggesting a connection between the shelters and the railway. The title implies the structures may be temporary or makeshift dwellings.

Technique & Style

The sketch is executed in loose, quick lines, conveying a sense of immediacy. The artist employs cross-hatching to create texture, demonstrating a technique for building visual interest with minimal marks.

Artist & collection