Who painted Cherry Lake, White Mountains?

Cherry Lake, White Mountains was painted by Aaron Draper Shattuck in 1859.

Where can I see Cherry Lake, White Mountains?

Cherry Lake, White Mountains is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Cherry Lake, White Mountains?

Cherry Lake, White Mountains is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Cherry Lake, White Mountains

Aaron Draper Shattuck , 1859

Cherry Lake, White Mountains is a gouache drawing by the Impressionist artist Aaron Draper Shattuck. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in graphite: A.D.S. / Cherry Lake White Mts. / Aug 29. 59.; lower right in graphite: IN MAINE NORTH / WHITE MTS.; center left edge in graphite by unknown hand: 11 x 17 1/2 signed "ADS"

About this work

Overview

Cherry Lake, White Mountains is a drawing created by Aaron Draper Shattuck in 1859. It is executed in graphite with gouache on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape featuring a lake surrounded by pine trees and brush, with a lone boat and occupant in the distance. The title, inscribed by the artist, suggests the scene is set in the White Mountains region.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by loose, sketchy lines, indicating rapid execution, possibly on-site. The use of gouache, an opaque watercolor-like medium, facilitated quick outdoor sketching.

History & Provenance

Shattuck, associated with the White Mountain School and linked to the Hudson River School, was a New England-based artist who studied portrait painting in Boston and contributed to the Northern effort during the Civil War.