Skipping Rope 1892 - 1895

mauriceprendergast

figurative

toned paper

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

coloured pencil

coffee painting

underpainting

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Skipping Rope," an 1892-1895 work by Maurice Prendergast, depicts a group of girls skipping rope. The composition is simple, featuring a single line of rope and six figures against a pale background. The use of vibrant colors and bold lines, characteristic of Prendergast's style, captures the energy and joy of childhood play. The figures are rendered in a simplified, almost cartoonish way, emphasizing movement and form. The overall effect is one of carefree amusement and youthful exuberance.