Woodcutters

1935

Walter Dubois Richards

Associated Names
Walter Dubois Richards

Artist, American, 1907 - 2006

William Phelps Cunningham

Printer, American, 1903 - 1980

The image shows a forest scene with a dynamic perspective from above, looking down at two figures chopping a tree. The focus is on the tall trees dominating the space. The style is woodcut with bold black and white contrasts, sharp lines, and solid blocks of color. The color scheme is monochromatic, using black on an off-white background. Massive tree trunks frame the scene on the left and right, drawing the eye inward. The composition extends into the distance with more trees along a pathway that fades into the background, creating depth.
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Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Signed in pencil: lower right, Walter Dubois Richards

Wikidata ID

Q76456386

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