The artwork titled “Sketch for ‘The Statue of Duquesne, Dieppe'” was created by the artist Walter Sickert circa 1902. This piece is associated with the Impressionism art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study.
Depicted in a delicate, observational manner, the artwork captures the statue of Abraham Duquesne, a notable historical figure, situated in the town of Dieppe. Using a fine, linear technique, Sickert illustrates the detailed form of the statue and its pedestal. The background includes an array of buildings characterized by their distinct architectural features, rendered sketchily but still recognizable. Below the statue, there is a suggestion of a scene with several individuals, adding a sense of daily life and scale to the monument. The choice of medium and technique exemplifies the artist’s intent to study the subject meticulously, reflecting the Impressionist emphasis on capturing the essence and atmosphere of a scene through quick, yet insightful observation.
