Jenne Magafan

American, 1916 - 1952

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The image displays adobe ruins extending upwards on the left and central part of the scene. A tall, narrow wall leads the eye to a church with a pointed steeple in the distance set against the sky, forming the horizon line. The church is shown in profile, contrasting the linear stone textures of the ruin walls that are illustrated with deliberate brushstrokes conveying age and wear. The color palette is primarily black and white, creating a stark visual impact. Close to us, a slanted wooden post emerges from the ground surrounded by sparse, low vegetation that mirrors the ruggedness of the scene. The sky above is textured with layers of shading, suggesting a dynamic, atmospheric backdrop.
Jenne Magafan, Adobe Ruins, c. 1940, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3303

Adobe Ruins

Jenne Magafan · c. 1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3303

This is a drawing of four people dancing in a room. Two men and two women are engaged in a lively dance in a wooden-floored room. The figures are arranged in a circle, creating a sense of movement and rhythm. One man is seen from the back, energetically engaging in the dance. The other man is smiling as he holds the hand of a woman facing away from him. The two women are in different poses, adding to the impression of motion. The room features wood paneling and an old-fashioned window. The artwork is rendered in fine lines with attention to light and shadow.
Jenne Magafan, Country Dance, 1940, lithograph, Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams, 2008.115.3302

Country Dance

Jenne Magafan · 1940 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2008.115.3302