Unidentified Illustration of a Man Hoeing a Garden 1868

This 1868 watercolor illustration by Edwin Austin Abbey depicts a man hoeing a garden. The work is a quick sketch in a loose, impressionistic style that captures the movement of the farmer as he works. The man is seen from the waist up, his figure partially obscured by the long handle of the hoe. Abbey, known for his book illustrations and historical paintings, created a simple but evocative scene of everyday life in this sketch, showcasing his mastery of capturing human figures in motion.