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The Art & History Museums of Maitland

J. André Smith (American, 1880–1959), "Untitled (Waterfront with Tower and Boats)," n.d. Etching on paper.: This etching by J. André Smith depicts a European waterfront characterized by a prominent bell tower, closely arranged buildings, and small boats moored along the water's edge. A tall, slender tower rises above the surrounding rooftops, serving as the composition's primary focal point, while a pedestrian bridge extends across the water on the right. Smith employs delicate, economical linework and selective hatching to capture the architectural details of the waterfront and the reflections of the buildings and boats in the calm water. The composition is organized around the contrast between the vertical forms of the tower and masts and the horizontal expanse of the water, creating a balanced and open arrangement. Unlike his more heavily worked architectural etchings, Smith leaves substantial areas of the sky and foreground lightly rendered, emphasizing the quiet atmosphere of the harbor
J. André Smith (American, 1880–1959), "Untitled (Waterfront with Tower and Boats)," n.d. Etching on paper.

This etching by J. André Smith depicts a European waterfront characterized by a prominent bell tower, closely arranged buildings, and small boats moored along the water's edge. A tall, slender tower rises above the surrounding rooftops, serving as the composition's primary focal point, while a pedestrian bridge extends across the water on the right. Smith employs delicate, economical linework and selective hatching to capture the architectural details of the waterfront and the reflections of the buildings and boats in the calm water. The composition is organized around the contrast between the vertical forms of the tower and masts and the horizontal expanse of the water, creating a balanced and open arrangement. Unlike his more heavily worked architectural etchings, Smith leaves substantial areas of the sky and foreground lightly rendered, emphasizing the quiet atmosphere of the harbor

Name/Title

Untitled

Entry/Object ID

2013.33

Description

This etching by J. André Smith depicts a European waterfront characterized by a prominent bell tower, closely arranged buildings, and small boats moored along the water's edge. A tall, slender tower rises above the surrounding rooftops, serving as the composition's primary focal point, while a pedestrian bridge extends across the water on the right. Smith employs delicate, economical linework and selective hatching to capture the architectural details of the waterfront and the reflections of the buildings and boats in the calm water. The composition is organized around the contrast between the vertical forms of the tower and masts and the horizontal expanse of the water, creating a balanced and open arrangement. Unlike his more heavily worked architectural etchings, Smith leaves substantial areas of the sky and foreground lightly rendered, emphasizing the quiet atmosphere of the harbor

Type of Print

Etching

Artwork Details

Medium

Etching on paper

Collection

Smith Collection (MAA)

Cataloged By

Katie Benson

Acquisition

Accession

2013.04

Source or Donor

Peter Banca

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith