A Group of Drawings and Studies: WomanWilliam Sommer · 1947

  • Creation date1947
  • MuseumAkron Art Museum

William Sommer (1867 – 1949)

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About this artwork

  • Title: A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman
  • Artist: William Sommer
  • Year: 1947
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Akron Art Museum
  • Main color: Putty
  • Color intensity: Balanced

Questions & Answers

Who is the artist behind "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman"?

"A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" was created by William Sommer. The information on this page describes William Sommer's original work.

When was "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" made?

"A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" by William Sommer was created in 1947.

Is "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" free of copyright?

Regarding copyright, "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.

What underlying hue runs through "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" by William Sommer?

The dominant hue of "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" by William Sommer is ochre to sepia. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

What kind of colors does "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" use?

The colors of "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" form a monochrome palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.

At what age did William Sommer make "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman"?

William Sommer was 80 years old when creating "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" in 1947. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1867.

Is "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" by William Sommer a portrait, landscape or square composition?

The format of "A Group of Drawings and Studies: Woman" is portrait. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.

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