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Winter Evening

c. 1946

James Swann

Associated Names

James Swann

Artist, American, 1905 - 1985

The image shows a cityscape from a ground perspective with buildings dominating the skyline. A snowy pathway leads the eye into the distance. The horizon is obscured by the towering structures. The brushstrokes are detailed, emphasizing linear marks to depict falling snow, building textures, and trees. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and white. Silhouettes of individuals walk along a snow-covered path lined with bare trees, near the buildings. In the distance, more buildings create an urban silhouette. The scene conveys a cold serenity, illuminated by streetlights.

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Artwork overview

Medium

drypoint in black
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

plate: 27.7 × 11.1 cm (10 7/8 × 4 3/8 in.)
sheet: 33.3 × 15.8 cm (13 1/8 × 6 1/4 in.)
Accession Number

2008.115.4685
Catalogue Raisonné

Czestochowski 1990, undescribed

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Winter Evening; lower right in graphite: James Swann

Wikidata ID

Q76442835

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