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Drunkard, 1810-1874. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
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Drunkard, 1810-1874. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Drunkard, 1810-1874. Miller often used witty captions or lines of dialogue to reveal more about the characters in his sketches. He provided the following caption for this piece: "You must move on old bottle nose - the city won't pay you anything for holding up the lamp post."
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a captivating sketch by Alfred Jacob Miller (1810-1874), transports us back to the 1850s in America. The image portrays a disheveled man, clad in outdated apparel, leaning against a lamppost with a bottle in hand. His hat askew and eyes glazed over, the man seems oblivious to the world around him. Miller's witty caption adds an intriguing layer to the scene: "You must move on 'old bottle nose' - the city won't pay you anything for holding up the lamp post." This evocative drawing, executed in ink pencil and wash on paper, captures the essence of a difficult time in this man's life. The black and white contrast adds depth to the image, highlighting the man's worn clothing and the rough texture of the lamppost. The exterior setting, with the dimly lit street and the faintly visible buildings in the background, further emphasizes the isolation and struggle of the man in the foreground. Miller's skillful use of pencil and ink brings this moment of American life to life, offering a glimpse into the past. This poignant portrait, now housed in the Walters Art Museum, stands as a testament to the artist's ability to capture the human condition with empathy and wit. The image invites us to reflect on the challenges and complexities of life, while also reminding us of the rich heritage of American art.
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