John Little Canadian, 1928-2024
Fur Coat, 1978
mixed media on paper
protected by museum glass
protected by museum glass
16.75 x 9.75 in
signed and dated lower left
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'John Little; Fur Coat' depicts a lady clad in a fur coat, giving off an aura of urban sophistication and warmth against the cold. The subject is rendered with loose...
"John Little; Fur Coat" depicts a lady clad in a fur coat, giving off an aura of urban sophistication and warmth against the cold. The subject is rendered with loose brushstrokes, yet there's a notable attention to the texture and flow of the coat, as well as the subtle details of the figure's attire and demeanour.
The figure's face is sketched with minimal detail, allowing the viewer to focus on the movement and form of the clothing. The background is suggested rather than fully defined, with sketchy lines hinting at an urban environment, perhaps the bustling streets of a city in the winter season.
The figure's face is sketched with minimal detail, allowing the viewer to focus on the movement and form of the clothing. The background is suggested rather than fully defined, with sketchy lines hinting at an urban environment, perhaps the bustling streets of a city in the winter season.