Cuenca

The painting by J Andre Smith depicts a picturesque scene in Cuenca, Spain, featuring a cluster of traditional, earth-toned buildings nestled closely together on a hillside. These structures, with their varying rooflines and windows, create a harmonious yet complex pattern. In the foreground, two figures are engaged in quiet conversation amidst the shadows, adding a human touch to the architectural landscape. The sky is a gentle blue, suggesting a calm, clear day, while the play of light and shadow enhances the depth.

The painting by J Andre Smith depicts a picturesque scene in Cuenca, Spain, featuring a cluster of traditional, earth-toned buildings nestled closely together on a hillside. These structures, with their varying rooflines and windows, create a harmonious yet complex pattern. In the foreground, two figures are engaged in quiet conversation amidst the shadows, adding a human touch to the architectural landscape. The sky is a gentle blue, suggesting a calm, clear day, while the play of light and shadow enhances the depth.

Name/Title

Cuenca

Entry/Object ID

W-3

Description

Two figures with village scene cuenca

Artwork Details

Medium

Watercolor, Ink, Paper

Subject Place

City

Cuenca

Country

Spain

Region

Southern Europe

Continent

Europe

Context

In the Spring of 1921, J. Andre Smith, along with other artists, took a trip throughout Spain where they visited Cuenca, Segovia, and Toledo, among others.

Collection

City of Maitland

Cataloged By

Oliver Boutron

Category

Andre Smith

Acquisition

Accession

1969.001

Credit Line

Part of the City of Maitland Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower Right

Transcription

Andre Smith

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Dimensions of work- mounted

Height

21 in

Width

25 in