Who painted A City Farm—New York?

A City Farm—New York was painted by Mary Nimmo Moran in 1881.

Where can I see A City Farm—New York?

A City Farm—New York is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A City Farm—New York?

A City Farm—New York is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

A City Farm—New York

Mary Nimmo Moran , 1881

A City Farm—New York is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Mary Nimmo Moran. It dates from 1881 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

A City Farm—New York is an 1881 etching in black by Mary Nimmo Moran, depicting a serene blend of urban and rural elements within a cityscape.

Subject & Meaning

The etching captures a tranquil city scene, juxtaposing natural terrain—a rocky hillside with scattered trees and a fence—with built environments, including simple houses and a prominent, detailed structure possibly serving as a farmhouse or estate. A horse-drawn wagon on a dirt road adds a sense of everyday activity.

Technique & Style

Moran employed fine etching lines to convey texture, evident in the detailed rendering of tree bark and the horse’s coat. The overall execution balances precision with a slightly sketchy quality, suggesting careful yet rapid drawing.

History & Provenance

Created in 1881, the same year Moran became the first female fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Etchers in London, this work reflects her contribution to landscape etching, a field where she was a pioneering American woman.

Context

Part of Moran’s broader output of around 70 etchings focusing on rural and urban landscapes across the U.S. and Europe, A City Farm—New York highlights her interest in capturing diverse environments, including those in Long Island and New Jersey.