Study for "The Freshet"

1857

William Tylee Ranney

Associated Names
William Tylee Ranney

Artist, American, 1813 - 1857

The drawing shows a group of individuals gathered by a river or body of water. There are outlines of figures engaged in various activities. Above them are suggestions of animals standing amongst rocky formations. The scene conveys movement and activity, with figures sitting, standing, and interacting with each other in a natural setting. The lines are light and sketchy, providing a loose yet intricate depiction of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts

  • Dimensions

    sheet (irregular): 11.75 × 16.83 cm (4 5/8 × 6 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2018.44.56

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Jasper Cropsey [1823-1900], New York; William Steinschneider (son-in-law of Cropsey), New York; William and Abigail Gerdts, New York; gift to NGA, 2018

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: W. Ranney

Wikidata ID

Q64639768

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