Untitled (Man Fishing on Lake)

1891

Gustave Mercier

Associated Names
Gustave Mercier

Artist, American, 1852 - 1898

The image shows a riverside view with trees along the bank, obscuring the horizon. The trees vary in fullness and leafiness, creating a canopy. The brushstrokes depict detailed foliage. The river reflects the branches. A figure is in a boat on the water. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of grey and sepia. The misty atmosphere conveys a sense of calmness.

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Inscriptions

Inscribed: In script upper left: "Copyright 1891 by C. Klackner, New York."
Signed: In pencil lower left: "Ch. Harry Eaton." "G. Mercier." in pencil, lower right; In plate lower right: "C. HARRY EATON"

Wikidata ID

Q76548690

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