Artwork
Inner Harbor
Inner Harbor is an ink print by Childe Hassam. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Created circa 1918, this black‑and‑white lithograph titled *Inner Harbor* presents a tranquil waterfront view. White‑washed structures line the shore, their roofs rendered in darker tones, while several masted vessels drift on calm water beneath a light sky dotted with clouds.
Subject & Meaning
The composition captures a typical early‑20th‑century American harbor, emphasizing the interplay of architecture and maritime activity. By focusing on everyday scenery, the work reflects the artist’s interest in ordinary urban and coastal environments as sites of quiet observation.
Technique & Style
Executed in lithography, the image was drawn on a prepared stone surface with a greasy medium, then transferred onto paper. This method permits subtle gradations of tone, allowing Hassam to suggest atmospheric light and texture characteristic of his Impressionist‑influenced approach.
History & Provenance
Childe Hassam, a prominent American Impressionist, produced the print during a prolific period in which he created thousands of works across media. *Inner Harbor* aligns with his broader output of urban and coastal subjects, though specific ownership records for this particular print are not documented in the available sources.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Childe Hassam was an American Impressionist painter, noted for his urban and coastal scenes.
