Geno Pettit

Pettit MacCoy, Geno

American, 1894 - 1982

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The image shows a partial view of a person and a smaller figure next to them. The main figure is seated at an angle, leaning slightly to the side. They have closed eyes, defined eyebrows, short brown hair, and wear a patterned garment with brown and beige geometric designs. The smaller figure, resembling a child, is close to the main figure and partly wrapped in the garment. The background features stylized water patterns with wavy blue lines and a fish depicted on the surface. No objects or jewelry are visible on the figures.
Geno Pettit, River Lullaby, 1947, color screenprint on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2017.148.47

River Lullaby

Geno Pettit · 1947 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2017.148.47

The image depicts a serene landscape with horses, stylized trees on the horizon, expressive brushstrokes defining forms of horses and foliage, an earthy color palette dominated by brown, green, and yellow tones, a stream weaving through the scene mirroring surroundings, and a hint of fading light in the distance.
Geno Pettit, Vermont Meadow, 1945, color screenprint on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3916

Vermont Meadow

Geno Pettit · 1945 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3916

The image displays a person lying on their side on a beach, gazing downward. They have curly, shoulder-length hair and distinct facial features. The person is nude, resting on their right arm. In front of them, there is a seashell with a pink interior on the sand. The background shows an abstract representation of sea waves, a shoreline, and various earthy and muted colors, including a blue splash and pink clouds hinting at a sunset or sunrise.
Geno Pettit, Sea Shore, 1944, color screenprint on wove paper, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3917

Sea Shore

Geno Pettit · 1944 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3917