1928
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Misty Day, Paul's Wharf, London is a 1928 ink by George Elbert Burr, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a cityscape with a large dome in the background, likely a cathedral or government building. In the foreground, there are several boats on the water, with one boat having a person rowing it. The sky is gray and misty, giving the scene a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The artist's use of drypoint technique creates a sense of texture and depth in the image, with the lines and shading adding to the overall mood of the scene. The greenish-black ink used for the drypoint adds a touch of warmth to the otherwise cool tones of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the works of other artists who used drypoint technique, such as Rembrandt.
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.
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