Artwork
First Snow (No. 1)
First Snow (No. 1) is an ink print by George Elbert Burr. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. First Snow (No.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in plate: [artist's monogram]; lower left in graphite: George Elbert Burr; lower left edge in blue colored pencil by unknown hand: S.K. Rule; lower center edge in graphite by unknown hand: 61 - FIRST SNOW D-P
- Markings
- Marked:stamped center verso in black ink: F.B.B. [circled]
About this work
Overview
First Snow (No. 1) is a drypoint print created around 1914 by American artist George Elbert Burr. The work is executed in black on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene winter landscape featuring trees and buildings, evoking a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Burr employed the drypoint technique, drawing directly onto a plate with a sharp tool to achieve a high level of detail and texture, characteristic of this method.
Context
The work is part of Burr's oeuvre focused on landscapes of the American West, showcasing his skill in capturing the region's natural beauty through etchings and drypoints.
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Artist & collection
Artist
George Elbert Burr (April 14, 1859 – November 17, 1939 ) was an American printmaker and painter best known for his etchings and drypoints of the desert and mountain regions of the American West.
