Artwork
Harvest at San Juan, New Mexico
Harvest at San Juan, New Mexico is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Peter Moran. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Harvest at San Juan, New Mexico is an etching by Peter Moran, created around 1883. It is a print on wove paper, executed in black.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bustling agricultural scene by a body of water, with people and horses laboring in a muddy field. Tall poles and trees are visible in the background, under a stormy sky rendered with expressive, sketchy lines.
Technique & Style
The etching technique used by Moran involves scratching grooves into a metal plate, allowing ink to accumulate and creating a textured appearance. The resulting print features sharp lines and deep shadows, characteristic of the medium.
Artist & collection
Artist
Peter Moran (March 4, 1841 – November 9, 1914) was a British-born American painter and etcher.
