Across the Lagoon - Century of Progress Exposition, Chicago, 1933

1933

Charles W. Dahlgreen

Associated Names
Charles W. Dahlgreen

Artist, American, 1864 - 1955

The image depicts an aerial view of a riverside walkway with a cityscape across the water. The horizon line is low, blending with buildings in the city on the opposite bank. Tall trees partially obscure the left side of the scene. A balustrade leads down in a curve towards people walking or sitting by the river. The artwork is finely etched with detailed line work for the trees and buildings, creating a textured scene. The color scheme is monochromatic, using light and shadow for depth, with various tones of gray, black, and white. The overall atmosphere is serene and contemplative.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1946

  • The Smithsonian Institution Edition of Etchings and Drypoints by Charles W. Dahlgreen. Washington, DC: Smithsonian Institution, 1946, no. 225.

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In pencil: lower right, Charles Dahlgreen (in script); verso, lower left, (Across the Lagoon) Edition 100

Wikidata ID

Q76550365

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