Lonely Lake

c. 1939

Thomas Danaher

Associated Names
Thomas Danaher

Artist, American, 1908 - 1976

The image depicts a view from a darkened interior looking out at a lake scene framed by the structure's roof. The roof forms a diagonal leading towards the bright expanse outside. The horizon is low with a thin line separating the sky from the water and distant land. A small boat is moored across the lake, breaking the horizon with its mast. The image lacks brushstroke techniques as it is a lithograph with detailed shading, contrast, and transitions between deep blacks, bright whites, and grays. A ladder leans against the wall on the left, and a lantern hangs on the right. The overall color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing strong tonal contrasts.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Meyer Family Collection

Associated Names

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower right, Thomas Danaher; lower center, Lonely Lake; lower left (stamped), NEW YORK CITY WPA ART PROJECT
Mark(s): lower left corner, G-6945; lower right corner, 5

Wikidata ID

Q76440708

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