Torcello, by Margaret J. Patterson, Amer., (1867-1950) Crayon Resist One of numerous modernist gouaches

One of numerous modernist gouaches and watercolors Sperry Andrews painted early on of the desolate but beautiful landscapes he encountered while stationed in Iceland during WWII

a fine impression of this beautiful and less common Venetian subject by Roth

and to the top margin with several small edge tears

nor was I even aware of Charles Truman before finding this one

was a notable Boston painter and printmaker of the late 19th century known for his history paintings and portraits

Torcello, by Margaret J. Patterson, Amer., (1867-1950) Crayon Resist One of numerous modernist gouachesColor Woodcut, 1919 Ed. 100, fewer printed, 10 1 4 x 7 3 16, signed and titled in pencil. Exhibiting Patterson's gift for beautiful color harmony and treatment of water in this Italian subject; with brick red sail, subtle striated modulations of blue in the water and reddish purple reflecting the sail. She further activates this tranquil scene with a looping, linear blue tracery of currents in the water. There is moderate toning to the margins within