Artwork
Revere Beach
Revere Beach is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Maurice Prendergast. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in red crayon: Prendergast; upper left verso in graphite by unknown hand: 65033
About this work
Overview
Revere Beach is a watercolor drawing created by Maurice Brazil Prendergast around 1896. It depicts a lively coastal scene on wove paper using watercolor over graphite.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing captures a crowded beach at Revere Beach, with figures scattered across the sand, conveying a leisurely atmosphere. Bright umbrellas and a deep blue water add to the vibrant scene.
Technique & Style
Prendergast's use of loose, fast brushwork and bright, unpolished colors gives the drawing a lively, summery feel. The mosaic-like application of color is characteristic of Post-Impressionism, while the sketchy lines used for figures reflect a spontaneous, possibly outdoor, working method.
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Artist
Maurice Brazil Prendergast (October 10, 1858 – February 1, 1924) was a Newfoundlander-American artist who painted in oil and watercolor, and created monotypes.
