Moishe Smith

American, 1929 - 1993

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  • The image depicts a large tree with sprawling branches, some ladders against it, and a figure standing on one branch. The horizon line is partially obscured by the tree's foliage. The artwork features detailed and textured strokes in shades of black and gray, creating a monochromatic atmosphere.

    Olive Pickers

    Moishe Smith

    1961

    Etching and soft-ground on wove paper  Accession ID  1964.1.44

    Not on view
  • The image depicts a densely packed townscape in an etching style. The scene shows buildings blending into a hazy sky, creating depth. In the distance, structures appear smaller. The fine lines create texture on rooftops and facades. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of sepia and black, giving a vintage look. An arched bridge crosses a river in the foreground. Various buildings and details are visible throughout the town, with occasional spires and steeples.

    Firenze

    Moishe Smith

    1960

    Etching and soft-ground on wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1554

    Not on view
  • The image shows a landscape from an elevated point of view looking across a densely wooded area. The horizon is above the center of the composition, with the top fading into lighter space. The artwork displays intricate etching or engraving techniques, with fine lines creating a textured surface of foliage and terrain. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of grey to convey depth, shadows, and light. Trees in the foreground are dense and detailed, becoming lighter and less defined towards the horizon.

    Summer

    Moishe Smith

    1958

    Etching and drypoint in black on wove paper  Accession ID  1959.10.52

    Not on view
  • The image displays a winter landscape with snow-covered fields and bare trees. The horizon is high with a sky filled with clouds. The fine line work and muted textures create depth. The color palette is monochromatic with black and gray tones against the snowy background. Tall, leafless trees are in the foreground, smaller trees and structures are further away.

    Winter

    Moishe Smith

    1958

    Etching, soft-ground, and drypoint on wove paper  Accession ID  1959.10.53

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  • The image shows a dense forested area with numerous bare trees stretching across the land. The horizon is obscured by the trees, and the top of the tree trunks and branches hint at the sky towards the upper third of the image. The brushstrokes or lines are detailed, creating patterns for the tree bark and ground vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic, giving a vintage aesthetic. Closest to us, a single tree with dominant branches stands out, leading the eye to the other trees in the landscape. The scene suggests a winter setting with trees stark against a softly lit background, hinting at light snow or frost on the ground.

    Autumn

    Moishe Smith

    1957

    Etching, drypoint, and aquatint on wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1555

    Not on view
  • The image shows a dense forest landscape with various trees and underbrush. The perspective is at eye level, allowing a close look into the woods. The horizon is not visible as trees fill the entire vertical space with intricate patterns against the sky. The artwork seems to be created with detailed etching or pen-like strokes, giving a textured feel to the foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and gray. In the distance, the forest continues with trees becoming softer and more diffused, forming a backdrop for the closer scene with thick trunks and denser vegetation.

    Spring

    Moishe Smith

    1957

    Etching and drypoint on wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.1556

    Not on view
  • The image shows terraced hillsides from a slightly elevated perspective. The landscape is detailed with intricate land formations and structures. The brushstrokes are done in a sketch-like, crosshatching technique, creating a textured appearance. Light and dark contrasts suggest depth and form in a monochrome palette of black and gray. In the distance, there are layered hills, housing, and vegetation, blending human habitation with the natural landscape.

    Season's Greetings

    Moishe Smith

    Etching and soft-ground on wove paper  Accession ID  1980.45.1325

    Not on view