The Mermaid

c. 1881

Frederick Stuart Church

Associated Names
Frederic Stuart Church

Artist, American, 1842 - 1924

This is a drawing of a mermaid with a seahorse. The artwork depicts a mermaid in profile, with her long flowing hair and scaled fish tail, interacting with a large seahorse. The style is characterized by fine lines and shading, creating a sense of movement and fluidity in the water around them. The overall tone of the drawing is monochromatic, using a limited palette to express the underwater scene. The mermaid appears to be tending to a string or thread, suggesting an interaction between the mystical creature and the seahorse. There is a sense of tranquility and ethereal elegance in the image.

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Inscriptions

lower left in plate: THE MERMAID; lower right: F.S. CHURCH

Wikidata ID

Q76457608

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