The artwork is titled “Drawing,” created by the artist Thomas Eakins in the year 1872. It is a sketch and study piece that belongs to the Realism art movement.
The artwork features a detailed and thoughtful sketch of a seated individual. The person appears to be engrossed in activity, possibly reading or writing, as indicated by the posture and the objects in hand. The strokes are characteristically vigorous and overlapping, evoking a sense of fluidity and motion. The chair, prominently depicted, supports the figure, providing a sense of stability amidst the energetic lines. The artwork, rendered in pencil, offers insights into Eakins’ meticulous approach to capturing human form and expression, representative of his dedication to Realism.
