Winslow Homer Sketch of a Confederate Soldier Signed, 1869
by HOMER, WINSLOW
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About This Item
Homer drew this sketch of a Confederate officer in pen and ink on lined paper, The officer is presented in full uniform, pistol attached to his belt with a belt buckle initialed, "CSA.. He appears to be set against a background of smoke from which emerge bayonets. Homer signed in full with place and date, "WInslow Homer, New York, March 4, 1869." Ironically, or perhaps intentionally, Homer drew his sketch on the day of General Ulysses S. Grant's inauguration as U. S. President. The page measures 4 x 7 inches with the drawing including signature measuring about 5 inches.
During the American Civil War, Homer painted scenes depicting battles and camp life. After the war, he turned to the realistic paintings he is most associated with. Homer has been regarded as the greatest of the American water colorists, especially of seascapes and landscapes. Autograph
During the American Civil War, Homer painted scenes depicting battles and camp life. After the war, he turned to the realistic paintings he is most associated with. Homer has been regarded as the greatest of the American water colorists, especially of seascapes and landscapes. Autograph
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- Schulson Autographs (US)
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- 4952
- Title
- Winslow Homer Sketch of a Confederate Soldier Signed, 1869
- Author
- HOMER, WINSLOW
- Book Condition
- Used
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- 1
- Keywords
- Autographs, original art
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