Artwork
From the Terrace
From the Terrace is a drawing by Maurice Prendergast. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1934.215
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Ralph King
About this work
Overview
From the Terrace is a drawing created by Maurice Prendergast in 1912. It is a representative work of the artist's style, characterized by vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two figures on a terrace, one holding a red umbrella and the other a light-colored one, overlooking a cityscape with trees and a stone railing in the foreground.
Technique & Style
Prendergast's use of loose, bright brushstrokes gives the scene a lively feel, evoking the spontaneity of watercolor. The colors stand out against the light paper, creating a sense of energy.
History & Provenance
From the Terrace is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Prendergast, associated with both Post-Impressionism and The Eight, an American art group that included the Ashcan School, was a Newfoundland-born American artist active in the early 20th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Maurice Brazil Prendergast (October 10, 1858 – February 1, 1924) was a Newfoundlander-American artist who painted in oil and watercolor, and created monotypes.
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