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Bone Yard

1938

Jerry Bywaters

Associated Names

Jerry Bywaters

Artist, American, 1906 - 1989

The image shows a rural scene with a small house off-centered to the right. The low horizon line and expansive sky with a few clouds are prominent. A windmill is visible in the distance to the left. Close by are two old vehicles on uneven grassy terrain. The artwork is detailed with intricate and precise brushstrokes in shades of black and white. The monochromatic palette adds a stark and nostalgic feel to the scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

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

Image: 229 x 191 mm
Sheet: 381 x 305 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1137

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Bone Yard; lower center, 50 Edition; signed: lower right, Jerry Bywaters -1938

Wikidata ID

Q76443126

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