Artwork
Sketching - Emanuel Leutze
Sketching - Emanuel Leutze is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist John Quincy Adams Ward. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This drawing is a portrait of Emanuel Leutze, created by John Quincy Adams Ward in 1858. It is executed in pen and brown ink over graphite on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Emanuel Leutze, a historical painter. The drawing likely captures his likeness, possibly highlighting his profession or character.
Technique & Style
The drawing combines pen and brown ink with graphite on wove paper, suggesting a mix of detailed line work and tonal shading. The medium and technique used indicate a focus on capturing the subject's features accurately.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Quincy Adams Ward (June 29, 1830 – May 1, 1910) was an American sculptor, whose most familiar work is his larger than life-size standing statue of George Washington on the steps of Federal Hall National Memorial in New York City.
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