Red Cross
Walter Richard Sickert
key Notes:
War-time imagery, somber palette
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Dimensions:
Image: 24.2 × 35 cm (9 9/16 × 13 13/16 in.); Plate: 27.3 × 38 cm (10 3/4 × 15 in.); Sheet: 38.9 × 44.3 cm (15 3/8 × 17 1/2 in.)
medium:
Etching and soft ground etching on ivory wove paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
Walter Richard Sickert's painting titled "Red Cross" is not widely documented in major art historical sources, and its creation date remains unspecified. As a prominent figure in British art, Sickert is known for his focus on urban scenes and interiors, often exploring themes of modernity and the human condition, but specific details about this particular work are scarce.
Description of the work:
"Red Cross" by Walter Richard Sickert is an etching and soft ground etching on ivory wove paper, characterized by its intricate line work and tonal variations. The composition features a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, capturing a scene with figures and architectural elements rendered in Sickert's distinctive style.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago
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