Snow

c. 1910

George Elbert Burr

Associated Names
George Elbert Burr

Artist, American, 1859 - 1939

The image displays a winter scene with trees and foliage covered in snow. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, offering a serene view of the landscape. The trees and shrubs are depicted using intricate etching techniques, with fine strokes creating a stark contrast against the white ground. The color palette is limited to black, white, and the natural tone of the paper. Dark snow patches or shadows on the ground add depth and texture to the artwork.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    drypoint in black on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. John Farr Simmons

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8.7 x 8.7 cm (3 7/16 x 3 7/16 in.)
    sheet: 21.1 x 18.9 cm (8 5/16 x 7 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.60.4

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Seeber 1971, no. 151

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1971

  • Seeber, Louise Combes. George Elbert Burr, 1859-1939: Catalogue Raisonné and Guide to the Etched Works. Flagstaff, AZ: Northland Press, 1971, p. 116, no. 151.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: [artist's monogram]; lower left in graphite: George Elbert Burr

Wikidata ID

Q74875084

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