Statue of liberty, New York c. 1928

This small print of the Statue of Liberty, New York, was made by Irving S. Underhill. The palette is muted—peach sky, grey stone, and the green statue and water—making it feel historic. I like to imagine Underhill making this image. I bet he was trying to make a lasting, meaningful image, maybe seeing it as an artistic interpretation of an important monument. I wonder if he felt the pressure to capture her essence, and whether that influenced his color choices? That green gesture of the statue against the peachy sky; it’s not quite hopeful, but certainly powerful, monumental. Maybe Underhill was influenced by the Hudson River School painters? It feels like he's in conversation with them, but with his own modern twist. Ultimately, this print invites us to reflect on the enduring power of symbols and how artists interpret and reimagine them across time. It shows how different mediums can shape our understanding and appreciation of iconic landmarks.