Plateau at Le Figons

1951

George Bunker

Associated Names
George Bunker

Artist, American, 1923 - 1991

The image is a black and white sketch of a row of leafless trees viewed from within the trees. The ground plane tilts upwards, and structures or more trees are suggested beyond the primary row. The sketch features loose brushstrokes and shading, giving it a dynamic feel, capturing light and shadow play. The color palette is monochromatic, using varying intensities of black and white to convey depth, texture, and contrast. Trunks and branches of trees closer to the viewer show strong contrast, while shadowed areas in the distance suggest more trees and foliage.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

George R. Bunker Living Trust, Houston, Texas; gift to NGA, 1995.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Plateau at Le Figons 3/10; lower right in graphite: Bunker 1951

Wikidata ID

Q75393525

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