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Alice Harold Murphy
Alice Harold Murphy, The Wave and the Rock

1940

About the Item

This is an enigmatic image. Between the two center/left trees there appears to be a figure, possibly a woman. At the right, seated on a rock, is a man, in robes. Religious images are called to mind. Signed and titled in pencil.
  • Creator:
    Alice Harold Murphy (1890 - 1966, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1940
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Basically the sheet is in good shape. There are traces of old tape in the top corners and minor staining on the reverse.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU141028549362

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