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The Colt House, Chester
The Colt House, Chester

The Colt House, Chester

Maker (American, 1892 - 1959)
Dateearly 20th-mid 20th century
MediumEtching and drypoint on wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 8 15/16in. (18.4 x 22.7cm) Plate (height x width): 7 1/4 x 8 15/16in. (18.4 x 22.7cm) Mount (height x width): 13 1/4 x 14in. (33.7 x 35.6cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2002.119.2
DescriptionTwo-story frame house with louvered shutters, a front porch with Corinthian columns, and a fanlight and an electric porch light over the door. A one-story wing is at the left. A bush grows on the grassy lawn. A large leafless tree casts shadows on the house, lawn, and flagstone walk.
NotesTechnique Note: Plate was not wiped clean. A thin film of ink, which printed as a sepia tone, was left on the surface. (Finlay 10/31/2002)
Status
Not on view