Who painted The Mill Pond?

The Mill Pond was painted by Henry Wolf in 1902.

Where can I see The Mill Pond?

The Mill Pond is held by National Gallery of Art.

Can I buy a print of The Mill Pond?

Museum-quality prints of The Mill Pond are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Mill Pond

Henry Wolf , 1902

The Mill Pond is an ink print by Henry Wolf. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Mill Pond is a 1902 wood engraving by Henry Wolf, a French-born artist who worked in New York City. It is a black-and-white print depicting a serene landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving shows a tranquil pond surrounded by trees, with a small building and path in the distance. The calm water and shaded ground create a peaceful atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Wolf used fine lines to build texture in the trees and water, characteristic of wood engraving. The design was cut into wood and then printed, resulting in a detailed black-and-white image.

History & Provenance

Wolf studied under Jacques Levy in Strasbourg before moving to the United States in 1871. He became known for engravings after works by prominent artists, including John Singer Sargent and Édouard Manet.

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Artist

Henry Wolf

Henry Wolf (1852–1916) was a French-born wood engraver who lived and worked in the United States during his most influential work period and until his death.