A woman under the shadow of leaves holding a garment over her shoulder.

Helen Burke

Date1917

Mediumetching on paper

DimensionsPlate: 7 1/4 × 5 1/2 inches (18.4 × 14 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Childe Hassam through Frank P. Crasto, Jr.

Object number1940.13.2

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CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextOne of the most important American Impressionists, Hassam is best known for his atmospheric paintings of New York City and New England. However, Hassam’s earliest training was as an apprentice to a wood-engraver. At age 55, he returned to printmaking, executing over 350 etchings and 40 lithographs depicting both urban and rural life, as well as nudes in the landscape. Hassam’s etchings are particularly admired for their impressionistic technique, which conveys a sense of shifting sunlight.

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