Bead Stringers by Otto Henry Bacher

Bead Stringers 1882

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drawing, print, etching, paper

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drawing

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toned paper

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mechanical pen drawing

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print

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pen sketch

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etching

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pencil sketch

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paper

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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united-states

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sketchbook drawing

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watercolour illustration

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pencil art

"Bead Stringers" is an etching by American artist Otto Henry Bacher created in 1882. This artwork captures a scene of everyday life in a European village. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows the viewer to feel immersed in the scene, with a focus on three women diligently engaged in bead stringing. The etching is in the style of Realism, a movement that emerged in the mid-19th century and aimed to depict everyday life realistically. Bacher was known for his skill in etching and often portrayed subjects from his travels abroad. This piece is a testament to his mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the essence of a specific time and place. Currently, the artwork is housed at the Art Institute of Chicago.

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