Under the Trees

George Luks

Associated Names
George Luks

Artist, American, 1866 - 1933

The image shows a scene with trees, people, and structures. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, looking down at the setting. The scene includes figures walking among trees, suggesting a park or open area. The artwork is created with charcoal or pencil strokes, with an emphasis on texture and contrast. The color scheme is monochromatic with shades of black and gray against a cream background. A large tree dominates the right side, along with a nearby bench or structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black crayon

  • Credit Line

    John Davis Hatch Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.6 x 26 cm (7 11/16 x 10 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.7.78


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1984

  • Graphics Survey Exhibition, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C., May 1984.

Inscriptions

upper left verso: Under the trees- / 25-; lower right verso: Geor Luks / under the trees- / [...] Downtown [...] 1235

Wikidata ID

Q64571520

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