Yosemite, Half Dome

1927

Kenneth Callahan

Associated Names
Kenneth Callahan

Artist, American, 1905 - 1985

The image shows a sketch of a mountainous landscape viewed from an elevated vantage point. The sketch captures peaks and valleys stretching into the distance. The horizon line is suggested by the peaks of distant mountains. The drawing technique involves delicate and precise pencil lines, creating a contour-based depiction of the terrain with detailed attention to cliffs and slopes. Near the foreground and to the left, a few trees are sketched with intricate lines depicting their foliage and branches. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting of the off-white of the paper and variations of gray from the pencil. The scene has a serene and contemplative visual effect. The composition emphasizes the vastness and majesty of the mountain range, with intricate line work enhancing the natural beauty of the landscape.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black chalk

  • Credit Line

    John Davis Hatch Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.8 x 55.5 cm (16 7/8 x 21 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.7.22


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right: Kenneth Callahan / Yosemite 1927

Wikidata ID

Q64592045

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