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Atlantic Crossing [preparatory drawing]

1995

Christopher Brown

Associated Names

Christopher Brown

Artist, American, born 1951

The image displays a view of a turbulent sea, depicting waves rolling through the water. The horizon is obscured by the stormy sea, with no visible objects or land. The drawing uses vigorous strokes with a pencil or graphite to capture the motion of the waves. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting of shades of gray, black, and white. Close-up waves show detailed crests and troughs, while those further away are softer and less defined, indicating depth and movement.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on tracing paper [preparatory drawing]
Credit Line

Gift of Kathan Brown
Dimensions

27.5 x 27.5 in.
Accession Number

2024.132.160
Catalogue Raisonné

[preparatory drawing]

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