Artwork

Easthampton

Easthampton, by Childe Hassam, ink, 1917
Easthampton, by Childe Hassam, ink, 1917

Easthampton is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Easthampton is an etching created by Childe Hassam in 1917, depicting a tranquil scene on wove paper with black ink.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a serene pathway through dense trees, with a partially hidden wooden building on the left, capturing the interplay of light and shadow.

Technique & Style

Hassam employed cross-hatching, using fine lines that bunch together to create texture and depth, achieving a nuanced representation of light and atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Created in 1917, Easthampton is a representative work from Hassam's oeuvre, showcasing his skill in capturing atmospheric landscapes through etching.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Childe Hassam

Artist

Childe Hassam

Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.

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