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Atlantic Crossing [preparatory drawing]

1995

Christopher Brown

Associated Names

Christopher Brown

Artist, American, born 1951

The image depicts an abstract representation of water or waves. The perspective shows the surface of the water with light and shadow creating an undulating form. There is no clear horizon line. The artist uses pencil techniques like crosshatching and broader strokes to suggest movement and form. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of gray to black on a white background. The brushstrokes and tones create depth and fluidity, playing with light and shadow.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on tracing paper [preparatory drawing]
Credit Line

Gift of Kathan Brown
Dimensions

27.5 x 27.5 in.
Accession Number

2024.132.159
Catalogue Raisonné

[preparatory drawing]

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