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Black Canyon

1932

Conrad Buff

Associated Names

Conrad Buff

Artist, American, 1886 - 1975

The image depicts a canyon with sharp shadows, rugged cliffs, and deep recesses. The viewpoint is from above and slightly to the side. The horizon is high, suggesting vast depth and distance. The landscape appears barren, with a distant mountain range visible. The artwork uses cross-hatching for texture and a monochromatic color palette of black, white, and gray to emphasize light and shadow contrasts, creating a dramatic visual impact.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image: 225 x 410 mm
Sheet: 280 x 483 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1105

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in pencil: lower left, Black Canyon, 28/50; lower right, Conrad Buff

Wikidata ID

Q76454439

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