Helen Burke 1917

"Helen Burke," a 1917 etching by Childe Hassam, is a striking portrait of a young woman in a dappled light. The subject, Helen Burke, is positioned against a background of dense foliage, likely an apple orchard, creating a sense of depth and intimacy. Hassam's masterful use of line and shading brings out the texture of the foliage and the subtle variations in light, highlighting the subject's form and creating a sense of realism. The work exemplifies Hassam's signature Impressionist style, capturing a fleeting moment in time with a luminous and evocative quality.