The Fisherman's Song

1887

Milton James Burns

Associated Names
Milton James Burns

Artist, American, 1853 - 1933

Henry Pruett Share

Printer, American, 1853 - 1905

This is a drawing of a group of fishermen walking along a path in a coastal village. The scene captures several fishermen walking along a dirt or muddy pathway lined with simple wooden buildings on one side and a wire fence on the other. In the background, there are additional structures and a calm body of water extending to the horizon where a small sailboat is depicted. The atmosphere is informal and lively, with the print using subtle shades and careful detailing to convey texture and depth, highlighting the clothing and expressions of the figures as well as the rugged landscape.

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upper left: Copyrighted by M.J. Burns 1887. Published by Bryan, Taylor & Co., N.Y.; signed: M.J. Burns, in pencil, lower right; Burns, in plate, lower left

Wikidata ID

Q76548209

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