Dublin Core
Title
The Two Birches
Description
The title of this painting isn't clear; it's inscribed as "Gray Day" on the frame, but listed as "The Two Birches" in its NDG and General Services Administration records--which is followed here for the sake of institutional continuity. The canvas itself shows Gordon's talents as an evocative colorist, using cool tones of gray, rose, mauve and green. As in his other NDG works, tree trunks are one of the few elements that are sharply delineated. A light source at top center suggests that it may owe something to the moonlit landscapes of Ralph Albert Blakelock.
About the Artist: We haven’t located any reliable information about this artist. 9 more images at FAP.
About the Artist: We haven’t located any reliable information about this artist. 9 more images at FAP.
Creator
Gordon, Benjamin T., 1878-1940
Publisher
Federal Art Project
Date
1935-1940
Contributor
Ritz, Abigail (photography)<br />
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Cooper, Ken (biography)
Source
New Deal Gallery, Genesee Valley Council on the Arts<br />
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Object #FA18165
Format
jpeg, 1.2 MB<br />
jpeg, 13 MB
Type
Still image
Identifier
075
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
Oil painting
Physical Dimensions
23.5 x 19.5 in.
Condition: surface dirt