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Winter's First Symphony

c. 1940

John M. Socha

Associated Names

John M. Socha

Artist, American, 1913 - 1983

Federal Art Project (Minnesota)

Publisher

The image shows a winter landscape with snow-covered hills and trees. There are mounds of snow and vertical rock formations nearby. A body of water reflects the scenery. In the distance, there are more hills and trees blending into the sky. The style features detailed linework and shading for texture. The color palette is monochrome, using black, white, and gray. Smooth shadow gradation enhances the sense of vastness and tranquility.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of the Print Research Foundation
Dimensions

Image:271 x 362mm
Sheet:322 x 412mm
Accession Number

2008.115.525

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: Stamped: lower left, MINNESOTA WPA ART PROJECT; In Pencil: lower left, Winter's First Symphony - 25; lower right, John M. Socha

Wikidata ID

Q76440952

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