The Young Sabot Maker

Henry Ossawa Tanner

1893

The Young Sabot Maker by Henry Ossawa Tanner, 1893

Henry Ossawa Tanner created this lively pastel sketch during his early years studying in Paris, capturing a quiet moment of craftsmanship between an older man and a young boy. The loose, energetic strokes of blue and orange bring the scene to life as the boy leans into his work, shaping a traditional wooden sabot with intense focus. This piece reflects Tanner's academic training before he became famous for his luminous religious paintings, showing his keen eye for everyday labor and human connection long before he found his signature spiritual style.

Technique
Pastel
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