Document
Metadata
Title
Pont d'Arcole Paris
Artist
Plaskett, Joseph (aka Joe Plaskett)
Biography
1918 - 2014
Origin/Creation Date
January 1, 1964
Media
Chalk Pastel
Frame
Yes
Dimensions (HxWxD)
Image 18x24". Frame 27x33".
Description
In subdued tones of grey, Plaskett describes an overcast day, looking at the Pont d'Arcole spanning the Seine river. There is a quiet rhythm in the darker greys and some surprising ripples of water described in pale blues in the foreground and pale turquoise in the distance indicating sunshine is settling on parts of the city.
Literature
Self-portrait of the artist as a young man: In his new memoir, Joseph Plaskett recalls Paris, parties and a painting life.: [Final Edition]
Simpson, Peter. The Ottawa Citizen; Ottawa, Ont.. 25 Sep 1999: B7.
