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Edna Gass
"Maria" Portrait of a Girl New Hope Pennsylvania Artist Edna Gass

1930-40

$1,850
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CA$2,590.91
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DKK 12,123.13
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"Maria" Portrait of a Girl New Hope Pennsylvania Artist Edna Gass "Enfant" portrait of a child by New Hope Artist Edna Gass (American, 1904–1993). This portrait is one of rare Monotype paintings by the artist Edna Gass explored innovative techniques such as monotype printing—creating one-of-a-kind images by painting on a polished plate and transferring the design to paper. This process added a distinctive texture and depth to her art. The painting is a diminutive impressionist figural work by American artist Edna Gass (1904-1993). She was a Philadelphia artist and a member of the New Hope School. This particular painting, signed "Edna Gass" in the lower right with Gass's known Impressionist style, characterized by soft brushstrokes and vibrant colors. The painting is framed in a detailed, ornate gold frame, which complements the overall aesthetic. Edna Gass was known for her focus on figural works, often depicting women and children. The soft brushstrokes and use of light are characteristic of Impressionism. Image, 6"H 4"W Frame, 13'H x 10.5"W x 1'D Signed "Edna Gass" in pencil Lower right and "Maria Lower left and "Mariea" - "Edna Gass" on Verso American Impressionist Artist New Hope School Edna Gass was a distinguished American Impressionist artist best known for her evocative figural works and her association with the New Hope Art Colony in Pennsylvania during the 1940s. A Philadelphia native, Gass developed a unique artistic voice within the New Hope School, a movement celebrated for its vibrant depictions of local landscapes and expressive, light-filled compositions. Her work is often described as “diminutive Impressionism,” capturing intimate moments with broad, spontaneous brushstrokes and a masterful use of color and light. In addition to traditional painting, Gass explored innovative techniques such as monotype printing—creating one-of-a-kind images by painting on a polished plate and transferring the design to paper. This process added a distinctive texture and depth to her art. Gass’s legacy continues to resonate through her contributions to American Impressionism and her role in shaping the artistic identity of the New Hope School. The New Hope School of Pennsylvania Impressionists is an artistic movement that flourished in the early 20th century in New Hope, Pennsylvania, and was known for its depictions of the local landscape and figurative paintings in the Impressionist style. The painting showcases a focus on capturing light and color, characteristic of Impressionism. The figures are depicted with broad brushstrokes, suggesting a spontaneous and expressive approach, while the landscape provides a vibrant backdrop
  • Creator:
    Edna Gass (American)
  • Creation Year:
    1930-40
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
    Painting is very good with age toning to paper, frame is vintage and good condition, included as-is.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RJA99041stDibs: LU54216538332

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