Photo of collection object Sharpening the Scythe — Johnson, Eastman. Sharpening the Scythe, ca. 1865. Oil, 15 7/16 x 13in. (39.2 x 33cm). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. Edward Dreier, 41.1191. No known copyright restrictions.

Brooklyn Museum

Brooklyn Museum

Sharpening the Scythe

ca. 1865

Eastman Johnson

American, 1824-1906

American Art

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Johnson, Eastman
Classification: Painting
Formatted Medium: Oil
Medium: oil
Dimensions: 15 7/16 x 13in. (39.2 x 33cm)
Departments: American Art
Accession Number: 41.1191
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. Edward Dreier
Exhibitions: New York: A Magnet for Artists
Rights Statement: No known copyright restrictions
Museum Location: This item is not on view
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