Key West Light

Key West Light© Key West Art & Historical Society

Key West Light© Key West Art & Historical Society

Name/Title

Key West Light

Entry/Object ID

1989.14.0001

Tags

Black/African American/African

Description

Watercolor on paper by Phil Brinkman that depicts a family walking alongside the fence belonging to the Key West Lighthouse. The painting portrays a vibrant yellow lighthouse towering under a picturesque sky filled with fluffy clouds, set within a lush, green landscape. Adjacent to the lighthouse, a path hosts a scene with three figures, likely a family—two women and a small child. The women, dressed in colorful clothing and wearing headscarves, appear to be enjoying a leisurely walk, with one of the women holding the hand of the child. The setting exudes a peaceful yet cheerful atmosphere, encapsulating a moment of serene daily life near the lighthouse. The artwork, rendered in watercolors, effectively captures the play of light and shadow, enhancing the dynamic and warm quality of a sunny day outdoors.

Artwork Details

Medium

Watercolor

Collection

Art Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Brinkman, Phil

Role

Artist

Date made

1952

Time Period

20th Century

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower Right Corner

Transcription

Phil Brinkman '52

Language

English

Material/Technique

Painted

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Painting

Nomenclature Class

Art

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Height

25-1/2 in

Width

19-1/2 in

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Very Good