The Green, Prospect Park

c. 1909

Allen Lewis

Associated Names
Allen Lewis

Artist, American, 1873 - 1957

The image shows an elevated view looking across a stretch of land towards a distant tower. The horizon line is positioned above the center of the composition, with a small hill obstructing the view of the tower. Trees line both sides, framing the structure. The fine, detailed lines in the etching create texture and depth, especially in the depiction of trees and the tower. The color palette is monochromatic, with various shades of grey creating contrast and shadow. The land in the foreground is flat and unadorned, leading towards the cluster of trees and the tower in the background. Lightly sketched clouds are visible overhead.
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Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Allen Lewis imp.; lower left edge in graphite: The Green (Prospect Park). T6 50- Pr. No. 14; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: 868996

Wikidata ID

Q76457788

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