Ferry Boat Cafe

1946

Glen Alps

Associated Names
Glen Alps

Artist, American, 1914 - 1996

This is a drawing of several figures in an indoor setting around a counter. The image is carefully composed using soft shading to convey volume and depth. At the forefront, there are two seated figures; one is casually resting on a stool with one leg crossed over the other, appearing relaxed. The other is focused intently on a book placed open on their lap. Behind them, two standing figures are facing the counter; one figure appears to be engaged in an exchange or conversation with a figure behind the counter, who holds what seems to be a tray or dish. The scene is lit in a way that highlights the figures and their interactions. The use of monochromatic tones and the gentle blending of shadows and highlights give the drawing a harmonious and reflective aura.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Reba and Dave Williams, Greenwich, Connecticut; acquired 2008 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Ferry Boat Cafe; lower right in graphite: Glen E Alps imp 12/46 Ed. 12

Wikidata ID

Q76455877

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