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"One of Jixs Toy Bobbies", c. 1920 (w / c on paper)
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"One of Jixs Toy Bobbies", c. 1920 (w / c on paper)
701203 A" One of Jixs Toy BobbiesA", c.1920 (w/c on paper) by Sime, Sidney Herbert (1867-1941); 25x20 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The present work is one of a series of studies of local characters from the village of Worplesdon. Sime was a regular and jovial visitor to the local inn where he would sketch the local working men and tradesmen. Many of these caricatures can now be seen in the collection of the Worplesdon Gallery, Surrey.); Photo eSarah Colegrave Fine Art; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23541174
© Sarah Colegrave Fine Art / Bridgeman Images
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One of Jixs Toy Bobbies
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is a captivating and humorous portrait captured by Sidney Herbert Sime in the early 1920s. This watercolor on paper print, measuring 25x20 cm, showcases Sime's talent for caricature and his keen eye for local characters. The subject of this painting is a working-class man from the village of Worplesdon, where Sime often found inspiration for his artwork. Known for his jovial nature, the artist would frequent the local inn to sketch the villagers, capturing their unique personalities with wit and charm. This particular piece belongs to a series of studies that Sime created featuring these colorful individuals. Many of these caricatures now reside in the esteemed collection at the Worplesdon Gallery in Surrey. In "One of Jixs Toy Bobbies" we see a head-and-shoulders portrait that highlights not only the man's distinctive moustache but also his expressive features. Through bold brushstrokes and exaggerated details, Sime brings out both humor and character in this charming depiction. This delightful artwork offers us a glimpse into rural life during an era long gone by. It reminds us of how art can capture not just physical appearances but also stories and emotions that transcend time.
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