Autumn

1957

Moishe Smith

Associated Names
Moishe Smith

Artist, American, 1929 - 1993

The image shows a dense forested area with numerous bare trees stretching across the land. The horizon is obscured by the trees, and the top of the tree trunks and branches hint at the sky towards the upper third of the image. The brushstrokes or lines are detailed, creating patterns for the tree bark and ground vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic, giving a vintage aesthetic. Closest to us, a single tree with dominant branches stands out, leading the eye to the other trees in the landscape. The scene suggests a winter setting with trees stark against a softly lit background, hinting at light snow or frost on the ground.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching, drypoint, and aquatint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 60.3 x 74.2 cm (23 3/4 x 29 3/16 in.)
    sheet (irregular): 64.2 x 80.7 cm (25 1/4 x 31 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1555

  • Series Title

    The Four Seasons

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Autumn 45/50; lower right in graphite: Moishe '57

Wikidata ID

Q65511405

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