Who painted Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street?

Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street was painted by Charles Frederick William Mielatz in 1905.

Where can I see Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street?

Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street

Charles Frederick William Mielatz , 1905

Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street is an ink print by Charles Frederick William Mielatz. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Porch, Old Custom House, Wall Street is a 1905 print by Charles Frederick William Mielatz, created using etching and aquatint techniques. The work showcases Mielatz's skill in capturing architectural details.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the Old Custom House in New York City, highlighting its classical facade with tall columns and a wide staircase. Figures are shown walking up the steps or pausing in the foreground, adding a sense of everyday life to the scene.

Technique & Style

Mielatz employed refined etching and aquatint techniques to convey the texture and solidity of the building's stone. Shading is used to capture the effects of light and shadow, creating a nuanced representation of the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Charles Frederick William Mielatz

Charles Frederick William Mielatz (né Karl Friedrich Wilhelm Mielatz; May 24, 1864 – July 2, 1919) was a Prussian-born American etcher, graphic artist, painter, lithographer, and educator.

Museum

National Gallery of Art

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