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Untitled (River Scene with Boat)
Untitled (River Scene with Boat) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles A. Platt. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Untitled (River Scene with Boat) is a 1891 etching by Charles A. Platt, rendered in black. The work depicts a serene river scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print features a small boat sailing towards the horizon on a river with rough, wave-filled waters. The surrounding landscape is sparse, with trees and bushes on the left bank and a low, flat shore on the right.
Technique & Style
Platt employed scratching and hatching techniques to create texture, giving the water a sense of movement. This approach was characteristic of etchings from the late 19th century.
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