Fishermen, Provincetown [recto]

Karl Knaths

Associated Names
Karl Knaths

Artist, American, 1891 - 1971

This image depicts a scene that includes elements of nature and human activity. The horizon divides the deep blue sea from the sky. The brushstrokes are expressive, outlining figures and objects with thick lines and filling in areas with muted colors. A figure in a pink top is seated to the right, while another figure in a yellow hat interacts with a small boat or cart. The color palette includes earthy tones, blues, and subtle greens. On the left edge, there is a vertical banner with abstract markings or letters. The overall effect is one of casual dynamism achieved through the artist's use of line and color.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor

  • Credit Line

    John Davis Hatch Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 16.8 x 21.3 cm (6 5/8 x 8 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.7.70.a

Associated Artworks

The image shows a line drawing featuring abstract shapes and a winding form across the middle. The background consists of vertical lines, with two large shapes resembling a bottle and a rectangular block on top of the flow. The color palette is natural brown and black, with flowing lines extending from the left to the right where geometric forms are located. The document is stamped in the bottom right corner with "Estate of Karl Knaths."

Still Life [verso]

Karl Knaths

1891


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Estate of Karl Knaths (not in Lugt)

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1984

  • Graphics Survey Exhibition, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C., May 1984.

Wikidata ID

Q64591904

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