Artist: William Penhallow Henderson
Medium: Oil on Board
Creation Year: c. 1900
Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.5 inches
Style: Impressionist
Period: Early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: “The Ginkgo Tree” by William Penhallow Henderson is a captivating work that eloquently combines the artist’s mastery of landscape and figural painting. While this artist is most famous for his New Mexico and Southwestern paintings, this painting originates from the beginning of Henderson’s career during his time in Massachussets. In this piece, Henderson portrays a quiet and contemplative scene featuring a lone woman, seen from behind, standing under the shade of a ginkgo tree. The tree’s distinctive fan-shaped leaves create a darker canopy of greens and yellows and casts a shadow on the ground below.
The composition draws the viewer’s eye towards the woman, who stands at a slight angle, gazing thoughtfully at the water below. Her posture suggests a moment of introspection, inviting the audience to ponder the nature of her thoughts. The artist’s use of deep shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, enhancing the tranquil and reflective atmosphere.
The detail in both the foreground and the background through the foliage and the gentle tides below shows the true mastery of this artist. The blend of colors, from the rich greens of the tree to the soft blues of the water, creates a darker, but soothing and cohesive palette.
“The Ginkgo Tree” exemplifies Henderson’s ability to capture the quiet beauty of nature and the subtle emotions of his subjects.
This painting is Titled, signed and monogrammed in graphite on verso. It is in excellent condition and comes with a spectacular custom frame!
Artist: William Penhallow Henderson
Medium: Oil on Board
Creation Year: c. 1900
Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.5 inches
Style: Impressionist
Period: Early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: “The Ginkgo Tree” by William Penhallow Henderson is a captivating work that eloquently combines the artist’s mastery of landscape and figural painting. While this artist is most famous for his New Mexico and Southwestern paintings, this painting originates from the beginning of Henderson’s career during his time in Massachussets. In this piece, Henderson portrays a quiet and contemplative scene featuring a lone woman, seen from behind, standing under the shade of a ginkgo tree. The tree’s distinctive fan-shaped leaves create a darker canopy of greens and yellows and casts a shadow on the ground below.
The composition draws the viewer’s eye towards the woman, who stands at a slight angle, gazing thoughtfully at the water below. Her posture suggests a moment of introspection, inviting the audience to ponder the nature of her thoughts. The artist’s use of deep shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, enhancing the tranquil and reflective atmosphere.
The detail in both the foreground and the background through the foliage and the gentle tides below shows the true mastery of this artist. The blend of colors, from the rich greens of the tree to the soft blues of the water, creates a darker, but soothing and cohesive palette.
“The Ginkgo Tree” exemplifies Henderson’s ability to capture the quiet beauty of nature and the subtle emotions of his subjects.
This painting is Titled, signed and monogrammed in graphite on verso. It is in excellent condition and comes with a spectacular custom frame!
