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Flats, by Frank Wilcox, 1935

Flats

Frank Wilcox

1935

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Flats is a 1935 by Frank Wilcox, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Frank Wilcox
When & what style?
1935
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a quiet waterfront scene with simple buildings and a few trees. The water is choppy, with small waves near the shore. A tall smokestack stands on the left, and a lone boat floats in the distance. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to suggest movement in the water and sky. The whole scene feels a bit unfinished, like a quick study. Next, check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth.

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