Robert Henri: Work/Play
Datec. 1907
Artist
Robert Henri
(American painter, 1865–1929)
MediumGraphite on paper
Dimensionssheet: 11 1/4 × 7 11/16 in. (28.6 × 19.5 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Helen Farr Sloan, 2011
Object number2011-46
On View
Not on viewClassificationsDRAWING
Label TextHenri turns the tables on work and play, picturing a game of cards with friends as work and portrait painting as play. This may be a commentary on his ability to win money at cards.