Artwork

New York Bouquet

New York Bouquet, by Childe Hassam, ink, 1917
New York Bouquet, by Childe Hassam, ink, 1917

New York Bouquet 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

New York Bouquet is a 1917 lithograph by Childe Hassam, depicting a tall building from a street-level perspective.

Subject & Meaning

The print showcases a building's architectural details, such as arched windows, and a nearby flag, introducing a sense of dynamism to the urban scene.

Technique & Style

Executed in black on wove paper, the lithograph features a monochromatic palette and sketch-like techniques, utilizing simple lines and shades of black and grey to capture the essence of the scene.

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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