The One Hoss Shay

1884

William Henry Shelton

Associated Names
William Henry Shelton

Artist, American, 1840 - 1932

The image displays a side view of a horse-drawn carriage. A man is seated on the cart pulled by a horse along a dirt path. In the background, a horizon with a line of trees or bushes is visible against a softly shaded sky. The artwork is detailed and executed in an etched style, utilizing fine lines and cross-hatching techniques to depict textures. The color scheme is monochromatic, using shades of black and white. Closest to us, there are intricate line drawings of flowers and grass, and a tree on the right side extends its branches above the carriage.

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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: Upper left over image in script: "Copyright 1884 by C. Klackner 17 E. 17 St. NY";
Signed: In pencil lower right: "W.H. Shelton." In plate lower left: "W.H. Shelton 1884"

Wikidata ID

Q76548432

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