On the Grand Banks

c. 1920s

Tod Lindenmuth

Associated Names
Tod Lindenmuth

Artist, American, 1885 - 1976

This is a drawing of a small boat on turbulent waters with birds flying above. The drawing features a stark black silhouette of a small boat caught in roiling waves, emphasizing the dynamic action of a sea voyage. The boat is set against an unmarked background, creating a sense of openness and contrast between the dark form of the boat and the lighter background. Above the boat, a trio of birds adds a touch of life and movement to the scene, their wings spread wide as they glide or hover over the water. The lack of details and color within the drawing gives it a timeless, abstract quality, allowing the viewer to focus on the movement and composition of the scene.
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Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, On the Grand Banks; lower right, Tod Lindenmuth

Wikidata ID

Q76549027