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Untitled (A Train Through the Pass)

1936

William J. Scott

Associated Names

William J. Scott

Artist, American, 1879 - 1940

The image shows a landscape view with a winding path flanked by rocky formations. A lone rider on horseback travels along the path. In the background, distant hills stretch across the horizon. The artist uses intricate etching techniques with fine, curved lines to create textures on the rocks, and subtle, horizontal lines for the distant hills. The color palette is monochrome with shades of gray to emphasize the rugged terrain and create a dramatic atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and drypoint
Credit Line

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

plate: 200 x 250 mm
sheet: 291 x 347 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.4321

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Signed: W J Scott 36 #1 in pencil, lower left corner

Wikidata ID

Q76457651

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