Do As You Choose Alley

c. 1945

Elizabeth O'Neill Verner

Associated Names
Elizabeth O'Neill Verner

Artist, American, 1883 - 1979

The image shows a narrow alley with wooden buildings on both sides leading towards the distant end. The etching technique provides detailed linear brushstrokes capturing the texture of the buildings. Deep shadows are visible under the overhangs, while softer lighting fills the open alley. The color palette consists of shades of brown and black. In the foreground, a person sits on the steps of a building, while two figures in the center are interacting, and another person is walking towards us in the distance. The composition and shadows create a realistic atmosphere.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, Do As You Choose Alley; lower right, Elizabeth O'Neill Verner (in script); under signature, 44/80; bottom margin, center, 44

Wikidata ID

Q76442822

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