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Helen Burke, by Childe Hassam, ink, 1917

Helen Burke

Childe Hassam

1917

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Helen Burke is a 1917 ink by Childe Hassam, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Childe Hassam
When & what style?
1917
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a woman sitting outdoors, looking calm. She's surrounded by dense foliage. The artist used soft lines to create a peaceful feeling. The woman's face is relaxed, with gentle features. Her posture is casual, which adds to the serene mood. This etching is a great example of the artist's skill, and to learn more about this technique, look up etching.

About the artist

Portrait of Childe Hassam
Artist

Childe Hassam

Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.

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