Charles Burchfield's 'An April Mood' Acquired by Whitney Museum of American Art
The Whitney Museum of American Art acquired Charles Burchfield's watercolor and charcoal work 'An April Mood,' created between 1946 and 1955. Measuring 40 by 54 inches, the piece is executed on joined paper. Partial funding for the purchase came from Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Fleischman. This acquisition was documented on artcritical on September 3, 2010. Burchfield, known for his visionary landscapes, produced this artwork over a nine-year period. The museum's collection now includes this significant mid-20th-century American work. The acquisition underscores the Whitney's commitment to American art history.
Key facts
- Charles Burchfield created 'An April Mood' from 1946 to 1955
- The artwork is a watercolor and charcoal on joined paper
- It measures 40 by 54 inches
- The Whitney Museum of American Art purchased the piece
- Partial funds were provided by Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Fleischman
- The acquisition was posted on artcritical on September 3, 2010
- Burchfield is an American artist known for landscape works
- The artwork is part of the Whitney's collection
Entities
Artists
- Charles Burchfield
Institutions
- Whitney Museum of American Art
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