Footbridge Over Stream
Identifier
2010.52.5
Date Created
1920
Work Medium
Dimensions
16 in x 12 in x ;23.5 in x 19.5 in
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Historical Context
Mathias Alten's paintings capture a view of the expansion and development of Grand Rapids. By the time of his death in 1938, Alten had gained national and international recognition for a body of work that included his observations of Grand Rapids over a period of 50 years. Long recognized for their artistic merit, these works are also important historical documents. The events, people, and scenes he painted preserve Grand Rapids at one of the most vibrant periods in its history.;Mathias Alten's paintings capture a view of the expansion and development of Grand Rapids. By the time of his death in 1938, Alten had gained national and international recognition for a body of work that included his observations of Grand Rapids over a period of 50 years. Long recognized for their artistic merit, these works are also important historical documents. The events, people, and scenes he painted preserve Grand Rapids at one of the most vibrant periods in its history.
Description
A landscape painting of a small wooden bridge over a creek. There is a large green tree next to the creek on the left side of the painting. There is a larger body of water in the background with large trees near it.
Credit
Gift of MaryBeth Koeze given in memory of her mother, Ella Koeze Weed, member of the GVSU Board of Trustees (1967 to 1981)
