Artwork

Study for "The Fates Gathering in the Stars"

Study for "The Fates Gathering in the Stars", by Elihu Vedder, charcoal, 1886
Study for "The Fates Gathering in the Stars", by Elihu Vedder, charcoal, 1886

Study for "The Fates Gathering in the Stars" is a charcoal drawing by the Impressionist artist Elihu Vedder. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This drawing is a preparatory study by Elihu Vedder, created in 1886. It is executed in charcoal and chalk on wove paper.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Vedder's use of mixed media, combining charcoal and chalk. This technique was characteristic of his symbolic and allegorical explorations.

Context

Vedder's artistic practice was marked by symbolic and allegorical themes, as seen in his illustrations for Edward FitzGerald's translation of The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Elihu Vedder

Artist

Elihu Vedder

Elihu Vedder (26 February 1836 – 29 January 1923) was an American symbolist painter, book illustrator and poet from New York City.

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