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Eve Drewelowe
Modernist 1945 Abstract Waterfall Watercolor Landscape Painting by Eve Drewelowe

1945

$13,500
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£10,431.09
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€12,059.33
€15,632.4622% Off
CA$19,076.48
CA$24,728.7722% Off
A$21,395.54
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CHF 11,204.51
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MX$259,976.64
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NOK 142,278.53
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SEK 134,890.07
SEK 174,857.4922% Off
DKK 90,016.56
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About the Item

This striking 1945 abstract landscape watercolor by pioneering modernist artist Eve (Van Ek) Drewelowe, titled "The Champagne Cascades, Crescendos, Crashes," is a bold interpretation of a waterfall in motion. Rendered in an expressive palette of white, yellow, and black, the composition flows with rhythmic energy and fluidity. Drewelowe’s minimalist approach captures the essence of natural movement while embracing abstract forms that hint at the post-war shift in American art. The work is presented in a custom gold frame, with outer dimensions measuring 43 ¾" H x 33 ¾" W x ½" D. The image size is 29 ¾" H x 19 ¾" W. Provenance: Private collection, Denver, Colorado About the Artist: Eve Drewelowe (1899–1988) was a groundbreaking American modernist and the first woman to earn a master’s degree in fine arts from the University of Iowa in 1924. Known for her vibrant color palette and a strong connection to the natural world, she created over 1,000 works across a variety of media including watercolor, oil, collage, sculpture, and printmaking. A longtime resident of Boulder, Colorado, Drewelowe became an influential figure in the development of the regional art scene, helping to establish a distinct artistic identity in the American West. Her work evolved from impressionistic landscapes to abstract, surrealist-inspired compositions infused with energy, emotion, and environmental awareness. Throughout her career, she explored themes of transformation, nature’s power, and the resilience of the human spirit—often through a feminist lens. Drewelowe’s works have been exhibited nationally and internationally and are held in prestigious collections, including the University of Iowa, University of Colorado, and the Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art in Denver. A passionate advocate for women in the arts, she also helped fund scholarships supporting female artists, ensuring her legacy extended beyond the canvas.
  • Creator:
    Eve Drewelowe (1899 - 1989, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.75 in (111.13 cm)Width: 33.75 in (85.73 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    very good to excellent condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 258811stDibs: LU27310377202

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