The Brook

Amerikanische Grafik 1917–1929, 1926

The image features two nude figures in an impressionistic style. Both bodies are depicted in their entirety, with one figure seated and the other standing beside. The seated figure is on a rocky surface with legs extended and leaning forward slightly, while the standing figure is positioned next to them, angled slightly sideways. Their facial features are indistinct, with soft outlines. The seated figure has brown hair, and the standing figure has reddish hair. They are not wearing any clothing or visible jewelry and are not holding any objects. The background is abstract with swirls of blue, white, and brown tones, suggesting an outdoor environment, possibly near water, but lacks specific details.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1917–1929
Date
1926
Type
Print
Medium
color monoprint with drypoint and softground etching on wove paper
Dimensions
30.48 × 22.86 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image features two nude figures in an impressionistic style. Both bodies are depicted in their entirety, with one figure seated and the other standing beside. The seated figure is on a rocky surface with legs extended and leaning forward slightly, while the standing figure is positioned next to them, angled slightly sideways. Their facial features are indistinct, with soft outlines. The seated figure has brown hair, and the standing figure has reddish hair. They are not wearing any clothing or visible jewelry and are not holding any objects. The background is abstract with swirls of blue, white, and brown tones, suggesting an outdoor environment, possibly near water, but lacks specific details.

Amerikanische Grafik 1917–1929