Church near Truro, Massachusetts

c.1940

Wright Morris

Associated Names
Wright Morris

Artist, American, 1910 - 1998

The image shows a black and white photograph of a white, wooden building that resembles a church or a schoolhouse. The building is focused on, with a implied horizon along its base. The photograph features a classic, straightforward style with clean lines emphasizing the architectural details. The monochromatic palette highlights the white paint against the darker sky. A gravel path leads to the building, while wooden posts outline the property. In the background, small patches of trees and another structure can be seen.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Barbara A. Koenig and Stephen E. Arkin, San Francisco, CA; gift to NGA, 2018.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1946

  • Morris, Wright. The Inhabitants. New York, 1946: n.p.

Inscriptions

on verso, signed by artist, bottom right in graphite: Wright Morris

Wikidata ID

Q64170030

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