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.
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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 woman in a contemporary dress, standing in a doorway with a table and chair beside her. The scene is characterized by loose, quick lines that give it a sketchy feel.
Technique & Style
Hassam employed a range of line weights to capture light and shadow, particularly on the subject's dress and face, achieving a sketch-like quality. The combination of etching and drypoint techniques allowed for varied textures and expressive rendering.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
