Artwork

Crest of the Hill

Crest of the Hill, by Ernest Haskell, 1910
Crest of the Hill, by Ernest Haskell, 1910

Crest of the Hill is a print by Ernest Haskell. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Crest of the Hill, a print created around 1910 by Ernest Haskell, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. It depicts a serene hillside landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The work captures a tranquil moment in a rural setting, featuring a hillside with sparse trees and bushes against a soft, light sky. The overall atmosphere is one of calmness and peacefulness, devoid of dramatic elements.

Technique & Style

Characterized by delicate, sketchy lines, the piece suggests a quickly rendered impression. Haskell employed simple shapes and subtle shading to enhance the serene ambiance.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1910, the print is now housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, as part of its permanent collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ernest Haskell

Artist

Ernest Haskell

Ernest Haskell was an American artist and illustrator, internationally famous in his lifetime and remembered for his etchings, as well as engravings, pen-and-ink drawings, lithographs and watercolors.

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