Artwork

The Pearl Necklace

The Pearl Necklace, by Timothy Cole, ink, 1916
The Pearl Necklace, by Timothy Cole, ink, 1916

The Pearl Necklace is an ink print by Timothy Cole. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Pearl Necklace is a 1916 wood engraving on calendered paper by Timothy Cole, depicting a woman in profile adorned with a pearl necklace.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a woman in a dark dress, holds an unidentified small object close to her chest, her hair neatly pulled back. The simplicity of the plain background emphasizes her portrait.

Technique & Style

Cole employed cross-hatching, a technique involving intricate, layered lines, to achieve nuanced shading, imparting a textured, woven appearance to the print.

History & Provenance

Created in 1916 by Timothy Cole, specific details regarding the artwork's provenance and historical context are not provided.

Context

As a wood engraving, the piece reflects Cole's work within the medium, though without additional context, its relation to broader artistic movements of the time is unspecified.

Legacy

The enduring impact or notable exhibitions of 'The Pearl Necklace' are not detailed in the available information.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Timothy Cole

Artist

Timothy Cole

Timothy Cole (1852–1931) was an American artist, born in London.

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.