Hugh C. Miller

American, 1911 - 1988

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This is a drawing of a landscape that includes a partially submerged structure and various debris. The image displays a scene where a large, dark structural element is pictured in the foreground, protruding from the ground. In the background, there are smaller, indistinct shapes suggesting detritus or natural formations, including a mound with a branch draped with a white cloth. The surface is rendered in shades of gray, creating a somber mood. The use of shading and texture adds depth to the setting.
Hugh C. Miller, Federal Art Project (New York City), Receding Waters, 1937, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.446

Receding Waters

Hugh C. Miller, Federal Art Project (New York City) · 1937 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.446

The image shows a person's upper half, resting with their head on folded arms. The person is positioned with their face partly obscured by their arms. Their facial features, such as closed eyes and high cheekbones, are accentuated by lighting and shading. They have short, curly dark hair and appear to wear a dark garment. Their hands are folded across each other in front of their face. The background is a textured, dark surface.
Hugh C. Miller, Federal Art Project (New York City), Study, 1936, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of the Print Research Foundation, 2008.115.447

Study

Hugh C. Miller, Federal Art Project (New York City) · 1936 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.447