Artwork
The Flag
The Flag is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in plate: New York / [the artist's monogram] / May 2nd / 1917; lower right in graphite: [the artist's monogram] imp; lower left edge in graphite by unknown hand: The Flag; lower right edge in graphite by unknown hand: M298HA [crossed out] 903HA 12 3/8
About this work
Overview
The Flag is an etching by Childe Hassam, created on wove paper in black.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a busy street scene with a prominent American flag displayed on a building facade, capturing the essence of urban life in the early 20th century.
Technique & Style
Executed in etching, the artwork utilizes varying shades to convey depth and light, creating a dynamic representation of the scene.
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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.
