Near Pocatello, Idaho

1940

Wright Morris

Associated Names
Wright Morris

Artist, American, 1910 - 1998

The image shows a close-up view of a rustic wooden structure made from large logs and planks. A door is slightly ajar, revealing the dark interior. The horizon is not visible. The focus is on the weathered textures of the wood and nearby objects. The logs are laid horizontally, displaying their natural grain and imperfections prominently. A large metal container is leaning against the wall. Pieces of wood and dry vegetation are scattered around it. Small plants are growing from the dusty ground. Through the open doorway, the silhouette of another structure is visible through a window. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of gray emphasizing the contrast between light and shadow.
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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, top left in graphite: Wright Morris; perpendicular along right edge in graphite: #103 near Pocatello, Idaho 1940

Wikidata ID

Q64172135

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