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North River Dock, New York

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a harbor from a slightly elevated perspective. The view overlooks the water and surrounding structures. The horizon merges with the sky, which has light clouds. In the background, there are faint outlines of distant land or other harbor structures. In the foreground, there are industrial elements like cranes and piers portrayed with loose brushstrokes. Boats are moored along the water, depicted with a mix of detailed lines and broader strokes. The color palette includes aquamarine, earthy browns, and ochre. The brushstrokes suggest quick capturing of the scene, giving the artwork a dynamic and unfinished aesthetic.

Artwork Details

Date
1901
Medium
charcoal and gouache on the reverse of an "Encylopedia Britanica" advertisement
Dimensions
4000 × 2584 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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