Artwork

Farmers Shucking Corn [recto]

Farmers Shucking Corn [recto], by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., charcoal, 1875
Farmers Shucking Corn [recto], by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., charcoal, 1875

Farmers Shucking Corn [recto] is a charcoal drawing by the Impressionist artist Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Farmers Shucking Corn is a charcoal drawing on wove paper created by Enoch Wood Perry Jr.

About this work

Overview

Farmers Shucking Corn is a charcoal drawing on wove paper created by Enoch Wood Perry Jr. around 1875.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a farmer with a beard and hat shucking corn, accompanied by a seated woman, amidst piles of corn husks and ears in a rustic outdoor setting.

Technique & Style

Rendered in charcoal, the sketch features bold lines and expressive shading, capturing the textures of the subjects and surroundings through techniques such as cross-hatching, conveying a sense of rustic simplicity.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.