Created:
Movement:
1911
Post-Impressionism
key Notes:
Intimate domesticity, psychological depth.
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Dimensions:
24 x 20 1/4 in. (61 x 51.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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The Nurse by Walter Sickert (1911)

The Nurse, painted by Walter Sickert in 1911, is an exemplary work of the artist's exploration of everyday life through the medium of oil on canvas. Sickert, a prominent figure in the Camden Town Group, was known for his focus on urban scenes and domestic interiors, often imbuing them with a sense of mystery and psychological depth. This painting reflects his interest in the mundane yet intimate aspects of human existence, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre. Sickert's work is significant for its departure from the idealized subjects of Victorian art, instead embracing the raw and unvarnished realities of modern life. His innovative use of color and composition influenced subsequent generations of British artists, contributing to the development of modern art in the United Kingdom. As a former student of James McNeill Whistler and an associate of Edgar Degas, Sickert's work bridges the gap between Impressionism and the emerging modernist movements of the early 20th century.

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The Nurse by Walter Sickert (1911)

The Nurse by Walter Sickert, created in 1911, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's interest in capturing everyday scenes with a focus on mood and atmosphere. The work is characterized by its loose brushwork and muted color palette, typical of Sickert's style, which often draws from the urban life of early 20th-century Britain.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Nurse