Cape Cod

1925

Grace Martin

Associated Names
Grace Martin

Artist, American, 1903 - 1995

The image shows a monochrome print displaying sailing boats against a large setting or rising sun dominating the background. The horizon line is high up in the composition, creating a sense of vast open sea. The boats are angled slightly, suggesting movement across the scene. In the distance, there is a form resembling a lighthouse or a building against the sun, adding interest to the horizon line. The style features bold, linear brushstrokes or carved lines, typical of linocut or woodcut technique, creating a strong contrast between the dark figures and the lighter background. The color palette consists of black and white only, enhancing the boldness and simplicity of the composition.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mary Ryan Gallery, New York, NY (via Mann-Williams Antiques, New York, NY); Dave and Reba Williams, Greenwich, CT, July 1987; gift to NGA, December 2008

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Cape Cod 2/50; lower right, Grace Martin 1925.

Wikidata ID

Q76443279

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