Who painted An Old Courtyard (New Orleans)?

An Old Courtyard (New Orleans) was painted by Charles Henry White in 1906.

Where can I see An Old Courtyard (New Orleans)?

An Old Courtyard (New Orleans) is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

An Old Courtyard (New Orleans)

Charles Henry White , 1906

An Old Courtyard (New Orleans) is an ink print by Charles Henry White. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

An Old Courtyard (New Orleans) is an etching created by Charles Henry White in 1906.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a dimly lit courtyard with weathered wooden buildings, a woman with a broom, and a balcony with a vase and chair. The scene conveys a sense of quiet and wear.

Technique & Style

White employed etching to capture the texture of the scene, rendering every detail from wooden planks to peeling walls. The use of line and light from the right creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.