Old New England Orchard

1883

George Henry Smillie

Associated Names
George Henry Smillie

Artist, American, 1840 - 1921

The image displays a landscape scene from a slightly elevated point of view, showing the ground and trees in detail. The horizon line is not distinctly visible, and the ground slopes gently upward toward what could be considered the horizon, with trees positioned on and near this line. The artwork is rendered in a detailed engraving style with intricately crosshatched shadows and textures. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and sepia against an off-white paper. Closest to us, a few trees stand with partially bare branches, while beyond, more densely foliated trees suggest a lush grove or forested area. A solitary figure wearing a dark coat and hat stands amidst this landscape, interacting with the earth using a tool.

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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower right, Geo. H. Smillie; In plate: lower left, Geo. H. Smillie 1883.

Wikidata ID

Q76548416

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