An Unkind Wish

Britische Grafik 1830–1839, circa 1833

This is a drawing titled "An Unkind Wish". It features two figures in a humorous style. One figure is on the left, wearing baggy clothing and a hat, while the other figure on the right is tall and thin, wearing a suit and top hat. The thin figure is holding a cane. Above them is a caption that reads, "May your Shadow never be less!" The drawing is signed by George Cruikshank. At the bottom, there are quick sketches of other figures engaged in various activities. The artwork uses simple lines with some watercolor washes.
Artista
Britische Grafik 1830–1839
Datazione
circa 1833
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and brown ink with watercolor on wove paper
Dimensioni
10,5 × 16,3 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing titled "An Unkind Wish". It features two figures in a humorous style. One figure is on the left, wearing baggy clothing and a hat, while the other figure on the right is tall and thin, wearing a suit and top hat. The thin figure is holding a cane. Above them is a caption that reads, "May your Shadow never be less!" The drawing is signed by George Cruikshank. At the bottom, there are quick sketches of other figures engaged in various activities. The artwork uses simple lines with some watercolor washes.

Britische Grafik 1830–1839