Artwork
Rain Drops and Surf
Rain Drops and Surf is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1921 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in plate: Easthampton / June / [the artist's monogram] / 1921; lower right in graphite: [the artist's monogram] imp; lower left edge in graphite by unknown hand: Raindrops Surf 2nd st.; lower center edge in graphite by unknown hand: 1126HA 17477 [crossed out]; lower right edge in graphite by unknown hand: RAINDROPS, SURF; upper left verso in graphite by unknown hand: #30 - "Raindrops, Surf"
About this work
Overview
'Rain Drops and Surf' is an etching by Childe Hassam, created using black ink on wove paper. The work is a print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing dynamic natural scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a lone figure standing in shallow water with arms raised, set against a dramatic backdrop of crashing waves and a cloudy sky. The scene conveys a sense of tension between the individual and the powerful natural forces surrounding them.
Technique & Style
Hassam employed intricate crosshatching to convey depth and movement in the scene. The density of lines varies, creating texture and emphasizing the turmoil of the water. The etching technique allowed for detailed rendering of the natural elements, highlighting the artist's mastery of line work.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Childe Hassam (; October 17, 1859 – August 27, 1935) was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
