Artwork
Salt Shanties
Salt Shanties is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles A. Platt. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Salt Shanties is an etching created by Charles A. Platt in 1880 on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a weathered wooden structure on stilts above choppy water, with a crane suggesting construction or repair. Faint outlines of other buildings are visible in the distance, adding to the scene's context.
Technique & Style
The artist employed rapid, expressive lines to convey the textures of wood and water, capturing a moment with a sense of immediacy. The etching technique, involving acid and metal plates, allowed for detailed rendering of the scene.
Artist & collection
