ERNEST LAWSON

Moving in unstated tones, Ernest Lawson interprets the American Impressionism in subdued vistas devoid of people. Lawson, a student of the "Academie Julian" and follower of Childe Hassam, chose whispered elements of delicacy demonstrating Impressionism in its purest sense.

In The Pond Lawson's color is molded onto the canvas with rich texture. His emphasis on the stillness of nature is not disturbed by the bold application of paint. Rather, the surface shimmers with delicate color typical of the mood Lawson often evokes.