Created:
Movement:
1921
Realism
key Notes:
Childhood innocence, playful movement
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Dimensions:
Image/plate: 12.5 × 17.7 cm (4 15/16 × 7 in.); Sheet: 18.1 × 21.6 cm (7 3/16 × 8 9/16 in.)
medium:
Etching on cream laid paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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Skipping by Eileen Alice Soper (1921)

Skipping, created in 1921 by Eileen Alice Soper, is an etching on cream laid paper that exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the innocence and joy of childhood. Soper, born in 1905, was a British artist renowned for her illustrations and etchings, particularly those depicting children and animals. Her work gained significant recognition during the early 20th century, contributing to the popularity of etching as an art form. Soper's ability to convey movement and emotion in her etchings is evident in Skipping, where the dynamic portrayal of children at play reflects her keen observation and artistic sensitivity. The piece is a testament to Soper's contribution to the etching revival in Britain, and her works continue to be celebrated for their charm and technical proficiency. Soper's legacy is further cemented by her later work as an illustrator for Enid Blyton's famous Famous Five series, which brought her illustrations into the homes of many.

Description of the work:

Skipping by Eileen Alice Soper

The artwork "Skipping" by Eileen Alice Soper, created in 1921, is an etching on cream laid paper that captures the playful innocence of childhood through its depiction of children engaged in the activity of skipping rope. Soper's style is characterized by delicate lines and a keen attention to detail, which effectively convey the movement and joy of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Skipping