Camouflage
1918
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Childe Hassam
Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Camouflage is a 1918 ink by Childe Hassam, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see a serene riverside scene with quick, linear brushstrokes in black on a light tan background. The artist used a simple color scheme to create a sense of calm. This style is similar to other works from the same time period, with an emphasis on tranquil scenes. Check out the technique of lithography to learn more about how this artwork was created.
Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
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