Stormy Surf

c. 1939

Vernon Jay Morse

Associated Names
Vernon Jay Morse

Artist, American, 1898 - 1965

The image shows rocks near the water's edge with waves crashing against them. The horizon is not visible due to dense clouds. The style features strong lines defining the rocks and waves with a mix of light and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic in varying shades of gray and black. Flat rocks in the foreground lead to churning waves in the center and rugged rock formations in the distance against dark clouds.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Stormy Sky;
FAP label affixed to verso: FEDERAL ART PROJECT (in caps) #8664-6 / Litho: "Stormy Surf" / By: Vernon Jay Morse / Received: 5-2-39 9x13"
Signed: In pencil: lower right, Vernon Jay Morse

Wikidata ID

Q76442269

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