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Head of a Woman, 1894 or after. Creator: Thomas Wilmer Dewing (American, 1851-1938)
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Head of a Woman, 1894 or after. Creator: Thomas Wilmer Dewing (American, 1851-1938)
Head of a Woman, 1894 or after. This remarkable drawing reveals the beauty of silverpoint, which requires scratching with a metal point on to a prepared paper. A demanding technique that allows no corrections, the method was used in the Renaissance by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, and it was revived in the late 19th century. Beginning in 1896, the art supply company Winsor-Newton offered a kit with a silverpoint tool and prepared paper. Dewing skillfully exploited the qualities of this technique to create an image with a silvery sheen, which seems to float upon the paper
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork titled "Head of a Woman" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing, an esteemed American artist from the late 19th century. Created in 1894 or later, this drawing demonstrates the remarkable beauty of silverpoint technique. Silverpoint involves delicately scratching a metal point onto specially prepared paper, with no room for corrections or alterations. Dewing's mastery of this demanding method is evident in every stroke, as he expertly exploits its unique qualities to produce an image that exudes a mesmerizing silvery sheen. The woman's visage seems to effortlessly float upon the surface of the paper, adding an ethereal quality to her delicate features. Silverpoint was widely used during the Renaissance era by legendary artists like Leonardo da Vinci and experienced a revival in popularity during the late 19th century. In fact, starting from 1896, Winsor-Newton offered a kit containing silverpoint tools and prepared paper for aspiring artists to explore this timeless technique. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, Dewing's "Head of a Woman" stands as both a testament to his artistic prowess and as an homage to centuries-old traditions. This heritage art piece serves as a reminder that even amidst modern advancements in technology and mediums, there is still immense value in embracing traditional techniques that have stood the test of time.
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