Gentleman of Spain

The etching by J. Andre Smith depicts a quaint, rustic village scene, characterized by an array of old, weathered buildings with balconies inhabited by figures engaging in daily activities; at the center, a cloaked figure stands, giving a sense of mystery and contemplation, while a donkey and other villagers populate the narrow cobblestone street, enhancing the atmosphere of everyday life in a charming, bygone era.

The etching by J. Andre Smith depicts a quaint, rustic village scene, characterized by an array of old, weathered buildings with balconies inhabited by figures engaging in daily activities; at the center, a cloaked figure stands, giving a sense of mystery and contemplation, while a donkey and other villagers populate the narrow cobblestone street, enhancing the atmosphere of everyday life in a charming, bygone era.

Name/Title

Gentleman of Spain

Entry/Object ID

1992.051.072

Type of Print

Etching

Artwork Details

Medium

Paper

Subject Place

Country

Spain

Region

Southern Europe

Continent

Europe

Collection

Smith Collection (MAA)

Cataloged By

Katie Benson

Acquisition

Accession

1992.051

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Credit Line

Purchased by the Museum for the Permanent Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith

Date made

circa 1921