Untitled (Old Bridge)

1888

Charles Frederick William Mielatz

Associated Names
Charles Frederick William Mielatz

Artist, American, 1864 - 1919

The image shows a rustic village scene viewed from a riverbank. In the foreground, a wooden bridge with two figures conversing spans the river. Several boats are docked by the riverbank, reflecting in the water. Beyond the bridge, houses are scattered among trees starting to lose their leaves, suggesting autumn. The etching technique details the architecture and nature with fine lines. The color scheme is sepia, creating a warm atmosphere.

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Inscribed: "Copyright 1888 by Chas F.W. Mielatz & Published by C. Klackner, NY." upper left; "B 5372" stamped at lower left in blue ink; Signed: "Chas W. Mielatz" in pencil, lower right; in plate "MIELATZ" lower left

Wikidata ID

Q76454771

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