The Boat Swing

Eileen Alice Soper

Created:
Movement:
1924
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key Notes:
Youthful exuberance, playful innocence
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Dimensions:
Image/plate: 27.6 × 19 cm (10 7/8 × 7 1/2 in.); Sheet: 39.2 × 28.5 cm (15 7/16 × 11 1/4 in.)
medium:
Drypoint on cream wove paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Boat Swing by Eileen Alice Soper

The Boat Swing, created in 1924 by Eileen Alice Soper, is a notable example of drypoint technique on cream wove paper. Soper, an accomplished British artist, is renowned for her illustrations and etchings, particularly those depicting children and animals. This work exemplifies her skill in capturing the innocence and playfulness of childhood, a recurring theme in her oeuvre. Soper's contributions to art extend beyond her prints; she is also celebrated for illustrating Enid Blyton's Famous Five series. Her ability to convey narrative and emotion through her art has left a lasting impact on both the illustration and printmaking fields. The Boat Swing remains a testament to Soper's technical prowess and her keen observation of youthful exuberance.

Description of the work:

"The Boat Swing" by Eileen Alice Soper, created in 1924, is a drypoint print on cream wove paper that captures a playful scene with a focus on dynamic movement and youthful energy. The artwork exemplifies Soper's skill in depicting lively subjects with fine detail and a sense of spontaneity characteristic of early 20th-century British printmaking.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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The Boat Swing