Harbor, Denmark

Oil On Canvas
WallArt
Expressionism
1936
Modern
66.0 x 87.0 cm

William H. Johnson (1901 – 1970)

William H. Johnson (1901-1970) was a pivotal American painter of the Harlem Renaissance, known for his expressive portraits & folk art style depictions of African American life and experiences. Explore his powerful modernist works!

About this artwork

Title: Harbor, Denmark
Artist: William H. Johnson
Year: 1936
Original dimensions: 66.0 x 87.0 cm
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Under copyright
Medium: Oil On Canvas
Period: Modern
Medium type: WallArt
Corpus context: expressionist color palette , coastal life observation

Quick Facts

Subject or theme: Harbor scene with boats and buildings
Medium: Oil paint on canvas
Influences: African American culture and Yoruba religion
Artistic style: Modernist abstraction and folk traditions
Year: 1936