“William Rush Carving The Allegorical Figure Of The Schuylkill” is an artwork by Thomas Eakins, situated within the Realism art movement and falling under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork depicts a series of detailed and expressive drawings and sketches. At the center, it showcases a nude figure, which appears to be allegorical in nature. To the left, a figure labeled ‘William Rush’ is presented in the act of carving, while additional sketches show figures and objects bearing labels such as ‘Lady & Bittern,’ ‘Figure on Wheel House,’ and ‘Washington,’ among others. The composition is thoroughly annotated, highlighting various elements and figures related to the main subject, William Rush. The use of varying line techniques and shading demonstrates Eakins’ skill in capturing form and texture, paying homage to the realist style through careful observation and representation.
