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Jersey Hills

George Overbury Hart

1923

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Jersey Hills is a 1923 ink by George Overbury Hart, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: George Overbury Hart
When & what style?: 1923
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting is a color drypoint with sandpaper, titled "Jersey Hills" by George Overbury (Pop) Hart. It's a landscape with a few buildings, a tree, and a person in the foreground. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The artist has used bold lines and textures to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The buildings in the background are rendered in soft, hazy lines, while the tree in the foreground is more defined. The person is shown in profile, looking out at the viewer. The painting has a quiet, contemplative feel to it. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to look up "drypoint" next.