Torcello, by Margaret J. Patterson, Amer., (1867-1950) Crayon Resist Hermansader continued to paint and

Hermansader continued to paint and experiment with printmaking

and bands of tape residue in the margins where the previous overmat was attached

was a notable Boston painter and printmaker of the late 19th century known for his history paintings and portraits

and to the top margin with several small edge tears

Torcello, by Margaret J. Patterson, Amer., (1867-1950) Crayon Resist Hermansader continued to paint andColor Woodcut, 1919 Ed. 100, fewer printed, 10 1 4 x 7 3 16, signed and titled in pencil. Exhibiting Patterson's gift for beautiful color harmony and treatment of water in this Italian subject; with brick red sail, subtle striated modulations of blue in the water and reddish purple reflecting the sail. She further activates this tranquil scene with a looping, linear blue tracery of currents in the water. There is moderate toning to the margins within