The Glovemaker, Worcester

Walter Richard Sickert

Created:
Movement:
1884
Realism
key Notes:
Victorian craftsmanship, intimate portraiture
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Dimensions:
Plate: 10.8 × 7 cm (4 5/16 × 2 13/16 in.); Sheet: 16 × 12 cm (6 5/16 × 4 3/4 in.)
medium:
Etching in brown/black ink on buff wove paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"The Glovemaker, Worcester" by Walter Richard Sickert is a painting that reflects the artist's interest in capturing everyday life and working-class subjects, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre. Although specific details about the creation date and context of this particular work are not well-documented, it aligns with Sickert's broader exploration of urban scenes and interiors during his career.

Description of the work:

"The Glovemaker, Worcester" by Walter Richard Sickert is an etching that depicts an interior scene with a focus on the figure of a glovemaker, rendered in brown/black ink on buff wove paper. The composition is characterized by its intricate line work and attention to detail, capturing the textures and atmosphere of the workspace with a subtle interplay of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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The Glovemaker, Worcester