The Matanza

1912

Ruel P. Tolman

Associated Names
Ruel P. Tolman

Artist, American, 1878 - 1954

This is a drawing of a ship's deck with barrels and rigging. The lines and cross-hatching depict the deck of a ship, showing masts, ropes, and structures. Several barrels are in the foreground. The drawing showcases the intricate details of seafaring life with rigging and structural elements. The linear technique conveys movement and depth, immersing the viewer in the maritime world.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank B. Bristow, Falls Church, Virginia; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1968; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: The Matanza; lower right in graphite: Ruel Pardee Tolman 1912

Markings

stamped center verso in black ink: F.B.B. [circled]

Wikidata ID

Q77013204

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