Cranes and Dunes

1937

Donald Carlisle Greason

Associated Names
Donald Carlisle Greason

Artist, American, 1897 - 1981

The image shows a minimalist pen and ink sketch viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is situated in the upper portion of the drawing, featuring sparse and abstract structures resembling industrial elements such as oil rigs or pylons. The sketch features loose and dynamic lines with cross-hatching techniques creating texture and depth. Lines vary in density, with more concentrated strokes in the middle section to depict the structures. The color palette is monochromatic, using black ink against a cream background. The composition focuses on intricate arrangements of lines near the center of the piece where the most detail is concentrated.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.8 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.659


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right: Greason '37; lower left verso: 37

Wikidata ID

Q64541111

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