Night

1944

Ella Fillmore Lillie

Associated Names
Ella Fillmore Lillie

Artist, American, 1887 - 1973

The image depicts a nighttime scene near water, with a grand bridge arching gracefully across the composition. The bridge and modern buildings in the distance are brightly illuminated. The artwork features meticulous stippling, creating a dreamy atmosphere. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of grey and black, offering contrast between illuminated areas and dark surroundings. Dark silhouettes of trees frame the edges, adding depth to the scene. Lights shimmer on the water, leading towards the bright cityscape under the bridge.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lyle Sarnevitz; Reba and Dave Wiliams, Greenwich, CT, 1987; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Night; lower right in graphite: Ella Fillmore Lillie; lower left in graphite by unknown hand: 4422 D; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: H

Markings

BS: CUNO, PHILA., PA. IMPRESSION

Wikidata ID

Q76443260

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