Who painted Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto]?

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto] was painted by Beatrix Godwin Whistler in 1801.

Where can I see Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto]?

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto]?

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto] is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto]

Beatrix Godwin Whistler , 1801

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto] is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Beatrix Godwin Whistler. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Studies for Jewelry Designs [recto] is a drawing by Beatrix Godwin Whistler, created in 1801, featuring loose sketches of jewelry and figures.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing includes a possible brooch design with a twisted stem and leaves, accompanied by two small figures standing near a circular shape, and indeterminate scrawled lines at the bottom.

Technique & Style

Executed in graphite and pen and brown ink, the work showcases Whistler's rapid and sketchy style, characteristic of exploratory studies.

History & Provenance

The drawing is held by the National Gallery of Art, Washington, which houses other similar sketches.