Artwork
Storm Ending, Norwegian Fijord
Storm Ending, Norwegian Fijord is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Storm Ending, Norwegian Fijord is a 1922 drawing by Muirhead Bone, a Scottish artist known for his etchings and watercolors. The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene fjord scene with calm water and distant hills. The muted color palette of greens, blues, and grays conveys a peaceful atmosphere, suggesting the aftermath of a storm, as indicated by the title.
Technique & Style
The water's surface is rendered as smooth and reflective. Bone's use of soft colors and gentle treatment of the sky and clouds contributes to the dreamy quality of the scene.
History & Provenance
Muirhead Bone was a prominent figure in the Etching Revival. He gained recognition for his detailed works before the art market decline following the 1929 Wall Street crash.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
