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Woman Carrying Jug Through Portal, mid 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
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Woman Carrying Jug Through Portal, mid 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Woman Carrying Jug Through Portal, mid 19th century. Miller identified the prototype for this drawing simply as "French School." It could represent a painting by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps (1803-1860), a French artist who was popularizing "orientalist" subjects during the 1830s
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1850s Alfred Jacob Miller Alley Alleyway Atmosphere Atmospheric Backlit Carrying On Head Chalk On Paper Ink On Paper Miller Alfred Jacob Portal Sepia Sunlight Sunlit Sunshine Walters Art Museum Wash On Paper
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Alfred Jacob Miller's captivating drawing, titled
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Woman Carrying Jug Through Portal," transports us back to the mid-19th century with its evocative depiction of a woman navigating an atmospheric alleyway. The drawing, identified by Miller as being of the "French School," is believed to be inspired by the works of Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps (1803-1860), a renowned French artist known for his "orientalist" subjects. The woman in Miller's drawing is shown in the foreground, her figure silhouetted against the bright sunlight that filters through the portal behind her. She wears a traditional, flowing dress and carries a large earthenware jug balanced gracefully on her head. The alleyway behind her is filled with activity - backlit figures move about, engaged in their daily tasks, while the sunlit atmosphere casts long shadows and creates a sense of depth and dimension. The drawing is executed in chalk, ink, and wash on paper, with subtle color and sepia tones adding to the overall effect. The use of pencil for the finer details, such as the woman's face and the intricate patterns on her dress, adds a sense of texture and realism. The drawing's setting could be in a country village in Europe or perhaps even in the United States, as Miller was known to have traveled extensively throughout both continents during the 1850s. Regardless of its exact location, "Woman Carrying Jug Through Portal" captures a moment in time that speaks to the rich cultural heritage of the 19th century and the enduring beauty of the human experience." This drawing is part of the collection of the Walters Art Museum and is a testament to the artistic vision of Alfred Jacob Miller, a master of his craft who continues to inspire and captivate audiences with his work.
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