Walter Richard Sickert
Dieppe
About this artwork
Sickert lived in Dieppe, on the coast of northern France, from 1898-1905 and periodically thereafter. Sickert was a pupil of Whistler and the famous artist’s belief in tonal harmony is visible in this tranquil landscape. Sickert's palette is subtle and shadowy, creating the impression of being caught in the shade as the sun sets.
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artist:
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title:Dieppe
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date created:About 1900
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materials:Oil on canvas
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measurements:33.00 x 41.00 cm
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object type:
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credit line:Bequeathed by Dr R.A. Lillie 1977
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accession number:GMA 1969
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gallery:
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photographer:Antonia Reeve
Walter Richard Sickert
Walter Richard Sickert
Sickert was born in Munich to parents of Danish origin but British nationality. He settled in London with his parents in 1868. Sickert initially trained as an actor but in 1881 he began studying at the Slade School of Fine Art, London. He was a pupil of Whistler and also…
