Cottage in Snow and Mountain

20th century

Guy Littell

Associated Names
Guy Littell

Artist, American, active 20th century

The image is a black and white print featuring a rural winter scene. The point of view offers a slightly elevated angle, allowing a clear view of the landscape extending into the distance. Closest to us, tire tracks or pathways are visible in the snow leading towards a house. The house is situated slightly left of center, partially surrounded by snow-covered rooftops that suggest an adjoining structure or extension. Beyond the house, the horizon appears low, either suggesting a flat landscape or simply being obscured by a large, dark, mountainous formation that looms in the background. Trees can be seen peeking from the snow on the left side of the image. The brushstroke style is consistent and precise, with intricate lines used to depict the texture of the snow and the ruggedness of the mountain. The color palette is strictly monochromatic, utilizing black and white to highlight contrast and emphasize shadow, enhancing the starkness and tranquility of the winter setting.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    wood engraving on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.2 × 7.5 cm (2 1/16 × 2 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 16.5 × 13.7 cm (6 1/2 × 5 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.969


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"CHRISTMAS GREETINGS / NEVA AND GUY LITTELL" lower center margin, black ink. "W / See me please / DR" lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. Verso: none.

Wikidata ID

Q65579251