Green Shutter c. 1935

"Green Shutter, New Orleans" is an etching by Alice Standish Buell, created around 1935. The artwork depicts a shadowy, arched entryway in New Orleans, with a glimpse of a courtyard and a figure sitting in the doorway. Buell's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, highlighting the architectural details and the play of light and shadow. The etching's intimate scale and focus on a singular detail exemplifies Buell's keen observation and talent for capturing the essence of her subjects.