Mildred McMillen

American, 1884 - 1940

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The image shows the upper body of a person standing with one hand on their hip. The person's head is slightly tilted, with short hair and some geometric facial features highlighted. They are wearing a loose garment that appears to be a decorated dress or shirt. The background depicts an attic with slanted ceiling beams, wooden panel walls, and a large window behind the person, divided into multiple panes. A canvas or painting is standing on an easel to the right. The setting suggests an artist's studio or workspace. The composition uses bold lines and contrasting black and white, typical of a graphic print style.
Mildred McMillen, The Attic Window, 1920, woodcut in black on wove paper, Gift of Bob Stana and Tom Judy, 2016.148.32

The Attic Window

Mildred McMillen · 1920 · woodcut in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2016.148.32

The image shows an aerial view of densely packed houses with flat and gabled roofs. The horizon is not visible, as rooftops dominate the frame. The artwork is a black and white linocut, featuring bold contrasts of light and shadow with angular lines. The rooftops create geometric shapes, with a woman and a man on a ladder indicating activity. The monochrome color palette highlights the graphic composition and play of light and shadow.
Mildred McMillen, Housetops, 1918, woodcut, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3425

Housetops

Mildred McMillen · 1918 · woodcut ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3425