Artwork
Herodias: Page 47, Her feet stepped one before the other
Herodias: Page 47, Her feet stepped one before the other is a print by William Walcot. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
The artist focused on the shape of her body and movement, leaving out details.
This sketch shows a woman standing sideways, her body turned slightly away. Her arms rest at her sides, and her legs are long and angled. A loose cloth drapes over her shoulder, and her hair is pulled back. The lines are light and quick, like a quick sketch.
The artist focused on the shape of her body and movement, leaving out details. The drawing feels like a study, not a finished piece.
Next, look up William Walcot (British, 1874–1943) to see more of his work.
Overview
Herodias: Page 47, Her feet stepped one before the other is a 1928 print by British artist William Walcot, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman standing in profile, her body subtly turned away from the viewer. Her arms hang relaxed by her sides, and her long legs are posed in a dynamic stance, suggesting movement.
Technique & Style
Characterized by light, rapid lines, the work conveys a sense of spontaneity. The artist prioritized capturing the subject's bodily form and movement over detailed rendering, resulting in a sketch-like quality.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Walcot RE was a Russian-Scottish architect, graphic artist and etcher, notable as a architect of refined Art Nouveau in Moscow, Russia.
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