Sunday Noon

c. 1940-1950

Alan Horton Crane

Associated Names
Alan Horton Crane

Artist, American, 1901 - 1969

The image shows a street view from slightly above eye level. The scene features a tranquil residential area with houses on both sides of the road. The horizon, marked by the rooflines, slopes gently with the sky visible above. The houses are surrounded by trees, and their exteriors are illuminated by dappled light, creating a play of light and shadow. The style of the linework suggests a technique resembling etching or detailed drawing, capturing details and textures precisely. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, with shades of charcoal and gray enhancing depth. A stone wall runs along the right side, leading the eye into the scene where the well-kept homes and trees are situated. Shadows from the buildings and trees create patterns on the road.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank B. Bristow, Falls Church, Virginia; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1968; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Sunday Noon; lower center in graphite: ed 50; lower right in graphite: Alan Crane; lower right in graphite by unknown hand: 788

Markings

stamped lower left verso in black ink: F.B.B. (circled)

Wikidata ID

Q77008922

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