Print Description
The image is a print featuring a collection of sketched portraits and a figure.
In the sketch, we see a series of detailed studies:
1. In the top left, there’s a head portrait of a person wearing a wide-brimmed hat, shading their eyes and face. The person’s gaze is directed downward with a serious expression, and the hat suggests outdoor, possibly agrarian work.
2. The central sketch is of a horse’s head, showing a detailed bridle and bit. The horse’s ears are pricked forward, and the mane appears slightly tousled, suggesting movement or a breeze. The horse’s eyes are not visible, but the angle of the head implies a focused or attentive stance.
3. To the right of the horse is the portrait of another individual, captured mid-expression with an open mouth as if speaking, singing, or calling out. The portrayal is candid, highlighting a moment of emotion or communication.
4. Below the horse, there is a figure that appears to be a dog, positioned on its hind legs with its front paws up, as if begging or performing a trick. The dog’s tail is down, and its ears are back, which can be interpreted as a sign of playfulness or submission.
5. The bottom left shows a side profile of a man’s head. The person has a direct gaze, slightly tousled hair, and the semblance of a collar suggests they are possibly a worker or someone engaged in physical activity.
The collection of sketches is expressive and lifelike, capturing a moment in time for each subject. Burnand’s style of realistic and detailed etching is evident, and the grouping of these studies together on one sheet may indicate that they were preparatory works for a larger composition, capturing various aspects of rural or everyday life scenes that the artist was known for.
The paper appears aged, which is consistent with the artwork dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century. Burnand’s ability to convey character and mood through quick yet precise strokes is well demonstrated in this work.
Made by after an anonymous artist.
Medium: Etching on chine collee on a wove carrier sheet paper.
Sheet size: 42.2 x 29.8 cm (16.61 x 11.73 inch). Image size: 17.5 x 12.5 cm. (6.89 x 4.92 inch).
Condition: good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Source: unknown, to be determined.
Biography engraver: Eugene Burnand (1850-1921) was a noted Swiss painter and illustrator known for his realistic portrayal of rural life and character studies.
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