Artwork

Santa Fe

Santa Fe, by Peter Moran, ink, 1883
Santa Fe, by Peter Moran, ink, 1883

Santa Fe is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Peter Moran. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:lower right in graphite: P. Moran; lower left in plate: Santa Fe, 1883 [reversed]

About this work

Overview

Santa Fe is an etching by Peter Moran, created in 1883, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene street scene with donkeys and a dog in the foreground, and a building with closed shutters and a clothesline in the background.

Technique & Style

Moran employed fine lines to capture textures, such as the donkeys' rough fur and the woven fabric of the clothesline, characteristic of the etching technique.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Peter Moran

Artist

Peter Moran

American (born England), Bolton, Lancashire 1841–1914 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Santa Fe?

Santa Fe was painted by Peter Moran in 1883.

Where can I see Santa Fe?

Santa Fe is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Santa Fe?

Santa Fe is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Santa Fe?

Museum-quality prints of Santa Fe are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.