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Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects

Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects, by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., ink, 1880
Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects, by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., ink, 1880

Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

You can find this painting at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, to learn more about the technique used, such as watercolor.

This painting is called Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects.
It's from the late 19th century, created by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr.
The artist used multiple mediums like graphite and watercolor to create this work, which is a still life.
This mix of mediums and the still life genre make it interesting.
You can find this painting at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, to learn more about the technique used, such as watercolor.

Overview

Studies of a Sled and Various Household Objects is a late 19th-century drawing by Perry, Enoch Wood, Jr., executed around 1880 on blue-gray wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The work is a still life, featuring a sled alongside everyday household items, exploring the juxtaposition of outdoor utility with indoor domesticity.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a combination of media, including graphite, pen and black ink, watercolor, and gouache, demonstrating a multifaceted approach to texture and tone.

History & Provenance

The drawing is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., providing public access for the study of its technical aspects, such as watercolor application.

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.