Thomas W. Nason

Nason, Thomas Willoughby

American, 1889 - 1971

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The image shows an elevated view of a rural scene with a barn, silo, trees, a fence, a path, and two horses grazing in a field. The depiction is in a wood engraving style with intricate linework emphasizing shadows and texture. The color scheme is monochrome with contrasting black and white tones to add depth. The sky occupies a large portion of the composition, featuring dramatic clouds.
Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists, The Little Farm, 1955, wood engraving in black on wove paper, Gift of John Nichols Estabrook and Dorothy Coogan Estabrook, 1987.41.51

The Little Farm

Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists · 1955 · wood engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1987.41.51

The image shows a two-story stone house with a pitched roof, surrounded by lush foliage and trees. The scene is depicted in black and white with detailed line work using hatching and cross-hatching techniques. A large tree is close to the house, with other trees and foliage in the distance.
Thomas W. Nason, Elmer Adler, Roaring Rocks, 1954, engraving in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1964.8.1849

Roaring Rocks

Thomas W. Nason, Elmer Adler · 1954 · engraving in black ·  Accession ID  1964.8.1849

The image shows a landscape with a small cabin surrounded by trees, another structure to its right, rolling hills, tree clusters, a pathway, grazing animals, and clouds in the sky. The scene is rendered in black and white, emphasizing textures and gradations of the landscape.
Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists, Midsummer, 1954, wood engraving in black in wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1325

Midsummer

Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists · 1954 · wood engraving in black in wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1325

The image features a grassy bank with a stream flowing away into the distance. A range of hills dominates the upper third of the image, with a large isolated tree slightly off-center to the left. Detailed line work resembling traditional etching or engraving techniques is used. A cluster of tall trees with thick foliage frames the scene on the right. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and grey. The sky has horizontally streaked clouds.
Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists, A New England Stream, 1951, wood engraving in black on wove paper, Gift of John Nichols Estabrook and Dorothy Coogan Estabrook, 1987.41.50

A New England Stream

Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists · 1951 · wood engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1987.41.50

The image shows a landscape with rolling hills in the distance, trees on both sides, a stream in the foreground, and a sky with clouds. The horizon line is low, creating depth. The trees and details are done in a woodcut style with fine lines. The color palette is black and white.
Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists, A New England Stream, 1951, wood engraving in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1332

A New England Stream

Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists · 1951 · wood engraving in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1332

The image depicts a landscape with an elevated point of view. On the horizon, a line of tall trees marks the boundary between land and sky. The intricate brushstrokes create depth and texture throughout the scene, from the trees to the haystacks. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and white to emphasize contrast. Two haystacks and cows are prominent in the foreground, while trees recede into the background, framing the sky with parallel clouds.
Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists, Haystacks, 1949 (published 1950), wood engraving in black on wove paper, Gift of John Nichols Estabrook and Dorothy Coogan Estabrook, 1987.41.52

Haystacks

Thomas W. Nason, Associated American Artists · 1949 (published 1950) · wood engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1987.41.52

This image depicts a landscape scene from an elevated perspective. The composition features a serene natural view with rolling hills, a cloudy sky, and a field leading to a cluster of trees. The artwork is an etching with detailed line work, portraying a calm and precise portrayal of nature. The color palette is monochromatic, using various shades of gray to convey depth and texture effectively.
Thomas W. Nason, Round Hill, 1949, engraving and etching in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1329

Round Hill

Thomas W. Nason · 1949 · engraving and etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1329

The image shows multiple trees on the left side, with intricate branches extending upward. To the right, there are barns with detailed textures. The horizon is indicated by the top of the barn roofs. The trees cast long shadows on the ground. The image is in black and white, creating a stark atmosphere. In the background and to the left, more trees can be seen aligning with the building roofs.
Thomas W. Nason, The Four Gables, 1949, wood engraving in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1333

The Four Gables

Thomas W. Nason · 1949 · wood engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1333

The image shows a snow-covered landscape with a meandering stream. Bare trees with intricate branches are in the foreground, leading the eye towards a small wooden bridge crossing the stream. Buildings, likely a farmhouse and outbuildings, can be seen in the background along with a cluster of winter trees. The sky is depicted with fine, horizontal lines, suggesting a calm, overcast atmosphere. The artwork is rendered in a monochromatic scheme with varying shades of grayscale achieved through linear engravings.
Thomas W. Nason, Winter Landscape, 1949, engraving in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1327

Winter Landscape

Thomas W. Nason · 1949 · engraving in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1327

The image depicts a rural scene with a cluster of barns and farm structures on the left side. Behind the buildings, there is a line of trees. In the background, there is a field stretching into the distance, with hints of low hills or distant landforms on the horizon. The artwork uses fine lines and shading, resembling etching or engraving. The lines depict textures such as wood, wool, and grass. The color palette is monochromatic, with various shades of gray, creating a serene atmosphere.
Thomas W. Nason, Farmyard, Evening, 1949, color wood engraving on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1335

Farmyard, Evening

Thomas W. Nason · 1949 · color wood engraving on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1335