Vernon Howe Bailey (American, 1874-1953). "Amsterdam, Holland" drawing, ca. 1905. Signed on lower right. A striking drawing of a view of Amsterdam, replete with canals and historical edifices, at the turn of the 20th century. In addition to the charming facades, we see a man rowing a boat in the canal, two gentlemen docking a boat, and a couple before a horse-drawn carriage on the overpass. Amsterdam is home to three major canals - Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht - which were created during the 17th century Dutch Golden Age. Bailey adeptly brought the "Venice of the North" to life in this delightful drawing. Size: 16.5" L x 13.125" W (41.9 cm x 33.3 cm) Size of matte: 20.5" L x 16" W (52.1 cm x 40.6 cm)

Vernon Howe Bailey studied art at the Pennsylvania Museum School and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. He began his career working as an artist for the Philadelphia Times and the Boston Herald. Next he spent several years in Europe living and working prior to being hired by the United States government to create wartime illustrations at Navy yards, ammunition factories, etc. In addition to his Navy illustrations, he was known for architectural drawings like this example.

Provenance: private Lucille Lucas collection, Crested Butte, Colorado, USA

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Drawing is laid down on illustration board. Hand-signed and titled on lower right. Set in protective matte.