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Study for The Peep-O -Day Boys Cabin, in the West of Ireland"
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Study for The Peep-O -Day Boys Cabin, in the West of Ireland"
Study for " The Peep-O -Day Boys Cabin, in the West of Ireland" (" The Sleeping Whiteboy" ), 1835. One of the greatest draftsmen of the British school, Wilkie painted slowly but drew prolifically, making studies upon which he relied to spur his imagination and compose his paintings. In this study for a painting exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1836, the artist worked out the details of a domestic interior. Here he depicted the corner of a cabin in Ireland where wool was processed: a pair of carders used to disentangle textile fibers and a spinning wheel rest upon a rough-hewn bench, and a swath of hand-dyed red cloth is flung over a ladder rung
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This print showcases a study for "The Peep-O-Day Boys Cabin, in the West of Ireland" by David Wilkie, one of the most talented draftsmen of the British school. Known for his meticulous approach to painting and prolific drawing, Wilkie relied on detailed studies like this one to fuel his imagination and compose his masterpieces. In this particular study, created in 1835 as a preparation for an exhibition at the Royal Academy in 1836, Wilkie focuses on capturing the essence of a domestic interior. The scene depicts a corner of an Irish cabin where wool was processed. On a rustic bench lie a pair of carders used to disentangle textile fibers and a spinning wheel, both essential tools for wool production. Adding depth and color to the composition is a vibrant swath of hand-dyed red cloth casually draped over one rung of a ladder. This simple yet evocative detail adds visual interest while hinting at the rich history and craftsmanship associated with traditional Irish textiles. Rendered with precision using point-of-brush gouache technique combined with graphite and brown ink, this study exemplifies Wilkie's attention to detail and dedication to capturing everyday life in exquisite form. Preserved by The Cleveland Museum of Art, this remarkable piece offers viewers an intimate glimpse into rural Irish living during the early 19th century through Wilkie's skilled interpretation.
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