Untitled (Hilltown Scene)

The painting by J. Andre Smith portrays a serene village scene with cubist influences, where buildings and a church with a tall steeple are depicted in geometric shapes, casting elongated shadows across the landscape. The muted palette of earthy tones and soft blues creates a calm atmosphere, while the curved landscape and dark trees add depth to the piece. Two small, silhouetted figures walk along a path, adding a sense of scale and life to the idyllic, abstracted village setting, capturing an essence of tranquility.

The painting by J. Andre Smith portrays a serene village scene with cubist influences, where buildings and a church with a tall steeple are depicted in geometric shapes, casting elongated shadows across the landscape. The muted palette of earthy tones and soft blues creates a calm atmosphere, while the curved landscape and dark trees add depth to the piece. Two small, silhouetted figures walk along a path, adding a sense of scale and life to the idyllic, abstracted village setting, capturing an essence of tranquility.

Name/Title

Untitled (Hilltown Scene)

Entry/Object ID

2005.25.37

Type of Painting

Watercolor

Collection

MAA Collection

Cataloged By

Katie Benson

Acquisition

Accession

2005.025

Source or Donor

Timothy White

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Artist

Katie Benson