Artwork
Girl in a Modern Gown
Girl in a Modern Gown is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Girl in a Modern Gown is a 1922 print by Childe Hassam, created using etching and drypoint techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a poised woman standing in a doorway, wearing a modern dress that embodies early 20th-century femininity. The detailed rendering of her attire and accessories conveys a sense of contemporary elegance.
Technique & Style
Hassam employed etching and drypoint to achieve subtle patterns and textures in the woman's dress and the background, showcasing his skill with these techniques.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
