Artwork
Colonial Church, Gloucester
Colonial Church, Gloucester is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Colonial Church, Gloucester is a 1918 lithograph by Childe Hassam, an American artist known for his urban and coastal scenes. The work is a black lithograph that captures a serene scene.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph depicts a simple church surrounded by tall, leafy trees, conveying a sense of peace and tranquility. The church's facade and tower are visible, topped with a flag, evoking a sense of calm.
Technique & Style
The image is rendered in black and white, utilizing bold lines and shading to create depth and texture. The lithograph was created by drawing on stone with a grease-based medium, a characteristic of the lithography technique.
History & Provenance
Created in 1918, Colonial Church, Gloucester reflects Hassam's contribution to American art, particularly in introducing Impressionism to collectors, dealers, and museums alongside other notable artists.
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Artist
Frederick Childe Hassam (; October 17, 1859 – August 27, 1935) was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
